Altercation Over Political Apparel at SC Voting Site

A confrontation occurred at an Orangeburg County early voting center in South Carolina when 54-year-old Mark Allen Morris, wearing a 'Let's Go Brandon' hat, was turned away due to state laws prohibiting political attire at polling places. The altercation, which escalated into a physical fight after Morris refused to comply and subsequently threw his hat, is now under investigation by the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED). The phrase 'Let's Go Brandon' is a conservative euphemism critical of President Joe Biden, and its display is prohibited within 500 feet of polling sites in South Carolina to maintain a politically neutral environment. This incident has highlighted the ongoing concerns about election-related aggression and the safety of poll workers, with calls for increased security measures. The South Carolina Democratic Party condemned the aggression, emphasizing respect and non-intimidation during the electoral process. This altercation occurs amid broader concerns from federal agencies about potential extremist threats during the upcoming election period.