Democratic congressman punched in racist attack at Sundance film festival

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 2 min read 100% complete by Lauren GambinoJanuary 25, 2026 at 06:53 AM
Democratic congressman punched in racist attack at Sundance film festival

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Florida Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost was assaulted at a Sundance Film Festival party in Park City, Utah. The incident occurred at a private event hosted by CAA at the High West Saloon, just after midnight on Friday. According to Frost, the attacker made racist remarks and stated Trump would deport him before punching him in the face. Park City police arrested Christian Young, charging him with aggravated burglary and two counts of simple assault. Police reports indicate Young unlawfully entered the private party after being denied entry for lacking an invitation and also assaulted a woman at the event. Frost confirmed the attack and stated he was okay, while House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries condemned the assault and called for aggressive prosecution.

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