A woman’s expletive-laden outburst at the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) went viral as she mistakenly directed her anger towards Pete Buttigieg while experiencing flight issues at the wrong terminal.
In a video captured by TMZ, the woman could be heard demanding to be placed on the next flight while hurling insults at a WestJet desk agent. She repeatedly called for Buttigieg to be contacted, referring to him as a “useless motherf**ker,” despite seemingly not knowing who he was.
Amidst her tirade, she punched down on the counter before realizing her mistake when informed that she was at the wrong airline desk.
Buttigieg, as the Secretary of Transportation, has faced criticism for transportation-related issues since assuming office. However, it remains unclear why the woman believed Buttigieg could assist her in her situation at LAX.
The incident serves as a reminder of the frustrations travelers may experience during unforeseen circumstances, often directing their anger towards figures they perceive as responsible, even if unjustly so.