“What did you just say?” – Senator John Kennedy erupts over Stacey Abrams’ divisive remarks, then a shocking ‘hot mic’ moment rocks Congress

At a July 29, 2025 Senate hearing, Senator John Kennedy sharply accused Stacey Abrams of making “blatant racial remarks” during a heated voting rights debate. Abrams defended her critique of a federal voting law, highlighting its impact on minority voters. After Kennedy demanded she retract her claims, a hot mic caught Abrams muttering, “He’s more interested in soundbites than solutions,” sparking a nationwide uproar and fueling a fierce debate over political decorum.