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Kurt Russell didn't suggest Democrats are 'enemies of the state'
Kurt Russell, who appeared in such movies as "The Hateful Eight" and "Tombstone," has a recurring role on Facebook where he regularly makes a cameo in social media posts.
One miscredited the actor with tweeting that Trump is "relentless," "dedicated," "determined," and "brave." Another took his comments about politics out of context. A third featured a doctored photo of Russell in a "Trump 2016" shirt.
Now, a Facebook post from Jan. 23 reports that he’s supposedly speaking out again.
"If the Dems regain power, they have promised to abolish the 1st, 2nd, 4th, 5th & 6th amendments," reads the text of a quote next to a picture of Russell’s face. "Also the Senate, the Electoral College, the Supreme Court, borders, ICE, and more. When do we get to declare them enemies of the state?"
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The quote has appeared elsewhere, including on this meme website that appears to show Kurt Russell tweeting the claim about Democrats. But the handle associated with the apparent account—@kurtru—doesn’t exist. While the actor’s longtime partner, Goldie Hawn, has a verified Twitter account, Russell seems to be absent from the platform.
Also absent: Any credible sources supporting the claim that Russell suggested that the Democrats, who took control of the U.S. House after the midterms, are enemies of the state.
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