Arizona Governor's Press Secretary Resigns Over Controversial Tweet About Transphobes and Gun Violence

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Josselyn Berry, press secretary for Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs, has resigned after posting a tweet that was criticized for promoting violence against transphobic people. The tweet featured a character from the film "Gloria" wielding guns with the text "Us when we see transphobes." The post drew sharp criticism, particularly from conservatives, and violated Twitter's rules. Hobbs' office condemned the tweet and accepted Berry's resignation, stating that the administration does not condone violence in any form. Several Republicans also criticized the tweet, including GOP state Sen. Anthony Kern, who sponsored a bill targeting drag events.
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