Gov. Jeff Landry sparked controversy after publicly criticizing an LSU professor on social media for his comments about students who voted for Donald Trump in the recent presidential election.
The video Landry shared featured Nicholas Bryner, an associate professor of law, addressing his class about the implications of voting for Trump and how such choices might affect others’ perceptions.
In his remarks, Bryner noted that many Black students feel uncomfortable at the law school and suggested that support for Trump’s policies may contribute to this discomfort.
Landry, an outspoken Trump supporter known for using hashtags like #OnlyTrumpWill on social media, captioned his post with sharp criticism: “This professor has defied the 76 million Americans who voted for President Trump … This is not the kind of behavior we want at LSU and our universities.”
The response from the public has been divided. Supporters of the professor praised his candor, with one commenting, “Thank you, Professor Bryner, for speaking truth. We appreciate you at our school.”
Meanwhile, others sided with Landry, expressing that such discussions don’t belong in academia, with one remarking, “Should not be at LSU teaching nor anywhere else.” Some called for neutrality in the classroom, stating, “No! Keep your politics out of the classroom.”
