Wisconsin Democratic socialist gubernatorial candidate Francesca Hong was challenged on live television about previous social-media posts supporting police abolition and defunding police. She defended her membership of the Democratic Socialists of America but said she does not support defunding police, highlighting the potential political significance of past rhetoric in a statewide campaign.

During an interview on Fox News’ “America’s Newsroom”, Hong was asked to explain the apparent contrast between her earlier posts and her current position. The exchange focused on whether her political affiliations and past statements could affect voters’ views of her candidacy.