@Erin_Kwx@StrmchsrHunterF Why? With crush syndrome - if you don’t have an IV started with sodium bicarb ready to push, lifting that debris can kill him when the acidosis hits his heart.
OFFICIAL STATEMENT FROM THE OFFICE OF AUSTIN AYERS
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 22, 2026
As Chief of Staff for Austin Ayers, I want to address the recent circulation of a private Facebook message that was publicly released by Shelby Campbell, a Democrat running for Congress in Michigan, on her own TikTok account.
Austin Ayers was elected within the North Carolina Republican Party, 3rd Congressional District, as a Member at Large for the congressional and state executive committees in April of 2026.
The message in question was sent in response to content that Ms. Campbell herself had publicly posted online. While the wording used was clearly blunt, sarcastic, and reflective of dark humor, it was not intended to be interpreted as a literal attack on women, nor was it intended to reflect hatred, hostility, or disrespect toward females as a whole. It was clearly a sarcastic statement as an extension of her unprofessional video.
Unfortunately, social media often removes context and nuance from conversations, especially when screenshots are selectively shared for public reaction. The message was part of an online exchange and was not a political statement, policy position, or representation of Austin Ayers’ personal beliefs regarding women. Attempts to portray it as such are inaccurate and misleading.
This week, major news outlets aired a video on Ms. Campbell's internet behavior, and part of their B-Roll landed on the still image of Austin Ayers' sarcastic message that Ms. Campbell published to her TikTok video.
Austin Ayers has worked with and alongside many strong women throughout his professional and political career and has consistently treated others with professionalism and respect, regardless of gender. One private message, particularly one made in the context of sarcasm and internet culture, should not be dishonestly reframed as a broad reflection of his character or values.
At the same time, Austin understands that individuals may disagree with the tone or wording used in the message. Public figures are held to high standards, and criticism is a natural part of public life. However, disagreement with humor or delivery should not be twisted into false narratives accusing someone of misogyny or hatred toward women.
It is also important to recognize that Ms. Campbell made the conscious decision to publish a private exchange to a public audience. Once released publicly, the message understandably generated reactions and opinions across social media. Even so, those reactions should remain grounded in honesty and context rather than exaggerated assumptions about intent.
To be absolutely clear: Austin Ayers’ message was not a declaration of animosity toward women, nor does it reflect his views on females in general. It was an attempt at dark humor in response to online content, nothing more.
We encourage everyone engaging in this discussion to do so fairly, responsibly, and with the understanding that screenshots alone rarely tell the full story behind a conversation.
J.M.
Chief of Staff
Office of Austin Ayers