Rep. Joe Wilson (R-SC) screaming “You Lie!” at President Obama after Obama said his plan would not cover illegal immigrants. (Click on the picture to see the full size image.) It was in a way an inevitable moment — when they brought the town hall freak show into the House chamber itself.
Click here to see the video of Wilson’s outburst and reactions from Obama, Biden and Pelosi.
Late Update: Even too much for the haters? Rep. Wilson has reportedly now apologized for his outburst. His statement: “This evening I let my emotions get the best of me when listening to the President’s remarks regarding the coverage of illegal immigrants in the health care bill. While I disagree with the President’s statement, my comments were inappropriate and regrettable. I extend sincere apologies to the President for this lack of civility.”
Latter Update: Walk Call of Shame? We’re now hearing that Rep. Wilson called the White House after the speech to apologize. We’ll try to run the details to ground.
