A White House communications official, Tyler Cherry, faced backlash for controversial past social media posts after his recent promotion. The tweets, dating back to 2014 and 2015, criticized law enforcement, called for abolishing ICE, and supported anti-Israel organizations. Cherry issued an apology stating his views have evolved and reaffirmed his support for the Biden administration’s climate policies. Critics questioned his suitability for the role, while supporters defended his qualifications.
Cherry’s background includes LGBTQ rights activism and creative community involvement in Washington, D.C. Despite criticism, the Biden administration stands by him. Senior deputy press secretary Andrew Bates expressed pride in having Tyler on the team. This incident is not the first time Cherry faced scrutiny, having previously been criticized for his appearance and professionalism.
While Cherry’s past tweets have been deleted, the controversy raises questions about accountability for past social media behavior and the intersection of personal beliefs with professional roles.