Washington, D.C. — A confrontation outside Union Station has gone viral after a woman was seen on camera allegedly lunging at conservative activist Cam Higby and striking him with his MAGA hat — prompting Higby to pepper-spray her in what he said was self-defense. Fox News
Incident unfolds at Union Station
Higby, a proponent of free speech under his “Fearless Tour,” says the encounter occurred following a debate event at the University of Maryland. He was seated with colleagues near protesters when the woman reportedly initiated contact. Fox News According to Higby, she “lunged at me and attacked me” after repeated instructions to back off. Fox News
Video footage shows the woman pushing Higby, grabbing or hitting him with his MAGA hat, and falling into nearby shrubbery, after which Higby responded by deploying pepper spray. Fox News The woman then walked to a nearby light pole, where bystanders helped flush her eyes and law enforcement was called. Fox News+1
Aftermath and law enforcement response
When U.S. Park Police arrived, Higby says the woman became combative, resisted arrest, and allegedly assaulted officers. It took multiple officers to subdue her before she was placed in a police vehicle. Fox News According to police reports, both Higby and a colleague have been listed as victims. Fox News At this time, formal charges have not been publicly confirmed by the U.S. Park Police. Fox News
Background & context
Higby’s “Fearless Tour,” inspired by the late Turning Point USA founder Charlie Kirk, aims to spark political dialogue by setting up debate tables on college campuses. Fox News Higby has claimed previous confrontations—including an earlier incident in Seattle in June 2025 where he said he was attacked and pepper-sprayed an assailant in self-defense. Fox News He says the latest incident underscores tensions around political activism and physical confrontations in public spaces. Fox News
As the investigation proceeds, authorities are assessing whether federal charges will be filed against the woman. Meanwhile, the viral video has reignited debates about civility, free speech, and the limits of protest behavior.
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