Fact-check analysisVerified as of September 17, 2025Curated by FactVerify
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Justine Bateman: A memo went out to Democrat leaders that told them to use curse words and get violent with what they were saying. Beto, Newsom, the list goes on, advocating for violence.

There is no credible evidence that Justine Bateman claimed a memo was sent to Democrat leaders instructing them to use curse words and advocate violence, nor that Beto O'Rourke or Gavin Newsom are advocating violence.

Actress Justine Bateman Slams Mayor Bass for Prioritizing TV Over the City

Actress Justine Bateman Slams Mayor Bass for Prioritizing TV Over the City

Source: pjnewsletter.com

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Verified September 17, 2025
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The claim that Justine Bateman stated a memo went out to Democrat leaders telling them to use curse words and promote violence, including figures like Beto O'Rourke and Gavin Newsom advocating violence, is not supported by any of the available sources. The search results show that Justine Bateman has criticized certain Democratic leaders such as Gavin Newsom and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass for their handling of issues like the LA fires, but these criticisms focus on governance and priorities rather than calls for violence or use of profanity.pjnewsletter.compjnewsletter.comActress Justine Bateman Slams Mayor Bass for Prioritizing TV Over the Cityfoxnews.comfoxnews.comJustine Bateman calls for Gavin Newsom to be removed amid LA fires 'before...

Additionally, Bateman has expressed concerns about free speech and political culture but does not endorse or mention violent rhetoric. None of the sources mention any memo instructing Democratic leaders to use curse words or advocate violence. The references to Beto O'Rourke or Gavin Newsom advocating violence are also absent from credible reports.usatoday.comusatoday.comJustine Bateman, Donald Trump and the return of 'free speech'hollywoodintoto.comhollywoodintoto.comJustine Bateman: Trump Win a Victory for Free Speech+1 more

The claim appears to be a misrepresentation or fabrication without factual basis in the documented statements or interviews of Justine Bateman or verified public records.

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Actress Justine Bateman Slams Mayor Bass for Prioritizing TV Over the City

pjnewsletter.com
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