GOP lawmaker says protesters seeking ’19 seconds of fame’

Published February 22, 2017 3:00pm ET



A Republican congressman believes angry protesters who have been taking over GOP town halls since President Trump took office are looking for fleeting fame and are disrespectful to people who want to hear from lawmakers.

Rep. Lee Zeldin, R-N.Y., said on CNN Wednesday the protesters advocating for the Affordable Care Act in front of Republicans around the country are not allowing their representatives to properly communicate what’s happening in Washington.

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