Twitch streamer Frogan has stirred controversy after receiving a 30-day suspension from the platform following a viral clip of her making offensive comments about the U.S. military. In the clip, she expressed a shocking wish for military personnel to suffer from Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), stating, “I will never have any f-----g pity for any f-----g soldiers. US military? Boo f-----g who. I hope you get PTSD.” She also commented on soldiers who acknowledge their wrongdoings, indicating some understanding but maintaining her harsh stance.
The backlash on social media was immediate, with many condemning her insensitivity toward veterans. Initially, StreamerBans reported her suspension, but Frogan later clarified that her comments about the military were not the reason for her ban. She criticized the disparity in punishment, stating, “30 day ban for saying people like bottom of the barrel hummus but other people get 2 WEEKS for advocating for the genocide of Palestinians.”
In response to the outrage, Frogan issued an apology on X, admitting her words were poorly chosen and lacked necessary nuance. She emphasized that her comments were directed at specific individuals with no remorse rather than all military personnel, explaining her frustration due to the ongoing conflict impacting her family. Despite her attempt to clarify, reactions to her apology were mixed; while some appreciated her reflection, others criticized her for wishing harm on anyone, regardless of context.