The 2019 incident involving Aftyn Behn, a Democratic House hopeful in Tennessee, has resurfaced with renewed attention ahead of the upcoming special election for the state’s 7th congressional district. Behn, who has been campaigning for the seat, was forcibly removed from the office of Democratic Gov. Bill Lee in 2019 during an attempted sit-in. The event has become a viral topic, drawing significant public scrutiny and political debate. The sit-in, which occurred while Behn was working as a political organizer for groups such as Indivisible, Enough Is Enough Tennessee, and the Tennessee Justice Center, was aimed at pressuring the governor to demand the resignation of a state representative accused of sexual misconduct. The incident has since become a focal point of Behn’s campaign, with critics arguing that her past actions raise questions about her suitability for public office.
The controversy surrounding Behn’s past has intensified as the special election approaches, with opponents highlighting her involvement with far-left activist groups. The Republican National Committee has pointed out that Behn’s behavior in the 2019 incident, where she was yanked out of Lee’s office by officers, reflects a pattern of radical activism. Social media reactions have been mixed, with some supporting her activism and others questioning her handling of the situation. The incident has also brought renewed attention to her previous controversial statements, including her remarks that she