Former State Judge and AG Sides with Sen. Cruz on Bud Light's Controversial Dylan Mulvaney Campaign

Statement

"This is the first time a review board member--and notably, the board's only lawyer--has concluded that a brewer violated industry code prohibiting the marketing of alcoholic beverages to underage individuals. I applaud Judge Summers for having the courage to state what is self-evident: Mulvaney's persona "looks and acts like a little girl' and "appeals to little children and often behaves like one.' It is clear Mulvaney was chosen because he produces content for a younger audience, and therefore, his selection would violate the industry's self-regulatory code. Judge Summers also rightly noted that Anheuser-Busch failed to provide the "reasonable documentation' I requested about the brewer's decision to choose Mulvaney, effectively withholding from the board and Congress crucial information about the company's actions. While I am disappointed but unsurprised with the ruling from the other two panelists on the board, I will continue efforts to shine a spotlight on how Anheuser-Busch chose a spokesperson meant to appeal to children. If marketing tobacco to minors is effectively illegal, perhaps Congress needs to take action to do the same with alcohol in light of Anheuser-Busch's actions."

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