Brewery Slammed Over Trump Assassination Attempt Post Accused of Tax Violations
Summary
A Wisconsin brewery owned by Kirk Bangstad faces permit revocation due to alleged tax violations. This follows a dispute over the seizure of beer that officials said was moved without proper permits or taxes, and occurs after criticism over a social media post related to an attempted assassination of President Donald Trump.Key Facts
- The Wisconsin Department of Revenue plans to revoke Minocqua Brewing Company’s permit starting August 4.
- The revocation involves permits for two brewery locations and an alcohol warehouse.
- The brewery can still operate while appealing the decision.
- Officials seized beer worth about $25,000 in June, citing illegal transport from Illinois without permits or tax payment.
- Kirk Bangstad, the brewery owner, denies breaking laws and says the situation is politically motivated.
- Bangstad has publicly criticized Governor Tony Evers and alcohol distributors in Wisconsin.
- Bangstad is known for using political themes in his brewery’s branding and has run unsuccessfully for governor.
- Earlier this year, Bangstad drew bipartisan criticism for a social media post related to an attempted attack on President Donald Trump.
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