Woke Councilwoman Resigns After Vile Facebook Comments Directed at MAGA Supporter
In Norman, Oklahoma, political tensions spilled from city hall onto social media — and now one councilwoman has paid the price.
Bree Montoya, who represented Ward 3 since last year, officially resigned during a city council meeting on September 23. Her departure follows months of outrage over comments she made in a heated Facebook exchange with a supporter of former President Donald Trump.
The Facebook Exchange That Sparked the Fallout
The controversy began in June during an online argument about the size of a local “No Kings” protest — part of nationwide demonstrations opposing Trump’s administration and coinciding with the Army’s 250th anniversary parade.
During the exchange, Montoya told Norman resident Audra Abbott to “open a vein” and went further: “Go on, put a gun in your mouth and pull the trigger.” Screenshots of the conversation were widely shared after being resurfaced by conservative activists later in the summer.
Abbott told local outlet KOKH, “I can’t believe an elected official would talk like that online.”
A Public Apology — But the Backlash Continues
Montoya later attempted to retract her statements. On her council Facebook page, she posted an apology:
“I was immediately disgusted with myself and knew I had crossed an unimaginable line. To those I’ve hurt and disappointed, I am truly sorry. I humbly ask your forgiveness.”
Despite this, critics felt her continued presence in office suggested city leaders were hoping the issue would fade. It wasn’t until the story went viral that pressure became impossible to ignore.
The Resignation
During the September 23 council meeting, Montoya announced her resignation:
“In various capacities, I have served this community since 2008, and I am ready to pursue other interests. Effective immediately, I am resigning as council member for Ward 3. Thank you, Ward 3. It’s been an honor to serve.”
Applause reportedly followed her brief statement.
Bree Montoya, a city councilmember in Oklahoma resigned after a Facebook comment she posted telling a Trump supporter to harm herself resurfaced and went viral. Critics say officials ignored the controversy for months until the exchange gained national traction. pic.twitter.com/KFh6mrm22U
— Fox News (@FoxNews) September 26, 2025
Community Response and Calls for Reform
The incident has ignited broader discussions about online conduct for public officials. Residents at the council meeting urged the adoption of a formal code of conduct.
“Stop being the only city in the metro that doesn’t have one,” said resident Paul Wilson. Others criticized Mayor Stephen Tyler Holman for remaining silent until national attention highlighted the situation.
What’s Next for Ward 3?
Montoya’s term was set to run until 2027, leaving a vacancy that the city is now accepting applications to fill. Submissions are due by early October.
For Norman, the controversy extends beyond one councilwoman’s resignation. It has sparked a debate on accountability, online behavior, and the standards local leaders should uphold — lessons that reach far beyond a Facebook thread.