Arrest and Charges
Former NFL punter was arrested for disrupting a City Council meeting in , after protesting against a library plaque featuring the acronym "," which he associates with 's controversial policies.
Kluwe was charged with disrupting an assembly and spent four hours in custody. He described the police's conduct as "polite and professional" despite the arrest.
Protest Details and Reactions
During the council meeting, Kluwe criticized the MAGA movement, linking it to anti-democratic and exclusionary practices, before announcing his intention to engage in peaceful civil disobedience. His comments were met with applause from some audience members.
The Huntington Beach City Council, composed entirely of conservative members, unanimously approved the plaque despite the controversy. Councilwoman Gracey Van Der Mark criticized Kluwe's actions as causing alarm among attendees, including students.