Staff Reports
Tyler Cherry, the White House communications official, has recently come under fire for past tweets that have resurfaced, causing a social media frenzy. The newly appointed Associate Communications Director in the Biden administration found himself apologizing for controversial posts dating back to 2014 and 2015.
Among the contentious tweets were Cherry’s likening of police to “slave patrols” and calls for the abolishment of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). These remarks sparked outrage among many conservatives, who viewed them as extremist and anti-law enforcement.
Past social media posts from when I was younger do not reflect my current views. Period. I support this Administration's agenda – and will continue my communications work focused on our climate and environmental policies.
— Tyler Cherry (@TylerACherry) June 23, 2024
Despite the backlash, Tyler Cherry apologized, stating that his past social media posts from his younger years do not reflect his current views. He affirmed his support for the Biden administration’s agenda, particularly in the realm of climate and environmental policies. However, questions still remain about the authenticity of the deleted tweets and the sincerity of Cherry’s apology.
That’s really awesome to hear Tyler— could you elaborate on what views are different and which one of these past posts do not reflect your current views? pic.twitter.com/pzdbBJg1dA
— Ashley St. Clair (@stclairashley) June 23, 2024
Critics, such as writer Nate Hochman, pointed out Cherry’s swift deletion of tweets containing the word “white” after scrutiny was placed on his online presence. This move raised suspicions about Cherry’s attempt to hide potentially controversial content, further fueling the debate surrounding his credibility as a White House official.
The incident involving Tyler Cherry serves as a reminder of the scrutiny that public figures face in today’s digital age. Whether his past tweets will have lasting implications on his role within the Biden administration remains to be seen, but the controversy has certainly stirred up discontent among those who question his ability to communicate on behalf of the White House effectively.
