A town hall meeting hosted by Representative Marjorie Taylor Greene in Acworth, Georgia, descended into chaos Tuesday night as multiple protesters were forcibly removed, with two being tased by law enforcement—a sequence of events that has ignited a debate over police tactics and the rights of demonstrators.

Tense Atmosphere and Tight Security

The event, held at the Acworth Community Center, drew a heavy police presence. Multiple agencies—including the Acworth Police Department, Cobb County Police, and Georgia State Patrol—were on hand, anticipating disruptions after crime analysts flagged online posts suggesting possible protests. Entry was tightly controlled: only pre-registered constituents from Greene’s district were allowed inside, with IDs checked and the location kept confidential until registration was confirmed.

Outside, more than 100 demonstrators lined the street, waving signs and chanting slogans critical of Greene and the Trump administration. Chants of “Hey hey, ho ho, MTG must go” echoed as the event began.

Protesters Removed, Tasers Deployed

Inside, the town hall was repeatedly interrupted within minutes of Greene taking the stage. The first disruption saw a man dragged out by at least four officers. Shortly after, another protester began shouting and, as he resisted removal, was tased by police—a moment captured on video and met with both cheers and condemnation from the crowd. A third protester, a woman, was also ejected after shouting and cursing about half an hour later.

Police confirmed that at least six attendees were escorted out, with three individuals arrested. Two of those arrested were tased after resisting, according to Acworth Police Sgt. Eric Mistretta. Charges included simple battery against law enforcement, obstruction, and disorderly conduct. Social media footage showed a man in a black hoodie surrounded by officers, shouting a profanity before being tased, as some in the audience applauded.

Greene’s Response and Divided Reactions

Throughout the disruptions, Rep. Greene maintained a firm stance. “This is a town hall; this is not a political rally; this is not a protest. Protest is outside, bye,” she told the crowd as officers escorted protesters out. After the event, she praised the police response: “I’m glad they got thrown out. That’s exactly what I wanted to see happen. … You know who was out of line? The protesters”.

Many of Greene’s supporters in the audience stood and cheered as protesters were removed, while others expressed discomfort with the use of force. Outside, Democratic leaders and activists condemned the arrests and police tactics. Essence Johnson, chair of the Cobb County Democratic Committee, criticized the aggressive approach and said legal support was being arranged for those arrested.

Ongoing Debate

The incident has sparked a wider debate in the community and beyond about the appropriateness of law enforcement’s response and the boundaries of protest at public political events. The Acworth Police Department defended its actions, stating that officers faced threats and resistance and that a designated protest area had been provided outside the venue. “It is unfortunate that a very small group chose to create a disruption to what was otherwise a completely peaceful event,” the department said.

As the dust settles, the episode underscores the deep political divisions in Greene’s district and the nation, raising questions about the balance between maintaining order and protecting the right to dissent at public forums.