Wisconsin governor candidate Francesca Hong is facing renewed scrutiny over past social media posts calling to “cancel Thanksgiving.” The posts have resurfaced as her candidacy draws attention, prompting questions about whether she continues to support that position.
In a CNN interview, Hong was asked whether she still wanted to cancel Thanksgiving. Reports characterized her response as notable and said she did not clearly distance herself from the earlier post. Coverage differed in emphasis, with some outlets describing her as appearing open to the idea and others focusing on her difficulty explaining the original message.
The controversy has become part of broader scrutiny of Hong’s political views and public statements. The episode also highlights how earlier social media activity can re-enter the political debate when a candidate seeks statewide office.
The reports do not indicate that Thanksgiving has been the subject of a formal policy proposal by Hong or her campaign. Instead, the dispute centers on the meaning of the past post and how she addressed it when questioned.