Brewery Offering Drink Deals When Trump, McConnell Die Keeps License
Summary
A Wisconsin brewery known for offering beer promotions tied to the deaths of President Donald Trump and Senator Mitch McConnell is fighting the state’s attempt to revoke its alcohol license. The brewery remains open due to a legal appeal while state officials say the business violated alcohol laws, including improper transport of beer across state lines.Key Facts
- Minocqua Brewing Company offered promotions giving free or discounted beer linked to the deaths of President Trump and Senator McConnell.
- The Wisconsin Department of Revenue moved to revoke the brewery’s alcohol licenses citing regulatory violations.
- The brewery appealed the license revocation, allowing it to stay open during the legal process.
- State officials alleged the brewery illegally transported beer from Illinois without the proper permits or taxes.
- The department said it enforces alcohol laws fairly and acts when laws are broken.
- The brewery’s owner called the state’s actions politically motivated and promised to fight to keep operating.
- The promotions caused backlash, including criticism from Trump supporters and debate over the appropriateness of such campaigns.
- Senator McConnell has not been publicly seen since a June hospitalization and has not returned to the Senate.
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