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Watch Spider-Man punch a racist & anti-LGBTQ+ MAGA protestor in the face
Summary by LGBTQ News Editorial Desk Daniel Villarreal , as published by LGBTQ Nation
· August 25, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Senate seat, known for racist and anti-LGBTQ+ views, was punched in the face by a counterprotester dressed as Spider-Man.
S. Senate seat, known for racist and anti-LGBTQ + views, was punched in the face by a counterprotester dressed as Spider-Man. The incident occurred during a hate rally where the former candidate held a sign with a derogatory message.
The former candidate, who was previously jailed for allegedly assaulting police officers, was arrested after the altercation. The rally was reportedly in response to a woman being found guilty of disorderly conduct for using a racial slur against a child. Further details about the incident and the individuals involved are available from the source.
The incident was captured on video, showing the counterprotester punching the former candidate in the face.
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Category: safety Published: August 25, 2026 Source: LGBTQ Nation Reading time: 1 min
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