In a recent turn of events, Tyler Cherry, a newly appointed associate communications director in the Biden administration, has come under scrutiny for his past social media posts. Cherry, who previously served as a spokesperson for the Department of Interior, has been criticized for tweets that compared police officers to "slave patrols," expressed support for "Free Palestine," and made comments about white people.

Cherry's controversial posts, which date back several years, have resurfaced as he takes on a new role within the White House. In one tweet from 2015, Cherry criticized what he called a "capitalistic police state motivated by racial biases." He also expressed solidarity with Palestine in a 2014 post, calling for an end to the occupation of the region.

Furthermore, Cherry has been accused of deleting a significant number of his tweets, raising questions about transparency and accountability. The deletion of these posts has been seen by some as an attempt to conceal his past views and avoid scrutiny.

In response to the controversy, Cherry has downplayed his past posts, attributing them to his younger self and stating that they do not reflect his current views. The Biden administration has stood by Cherry, with senior deputy press secretary Andrew Bates expressing pride in having him on the team.

Cherry's appointment to the White House has also brought attention to his personal life, as he is openly gay. The intersection of his identity and his controversial past posts has sparked a broader conversation about representation and accountability in public service.

As Cherry begins his new role in the White House, the controversy surrounding his past social media activity serves as a reminder of the scrutiny faced by public officials in the digital age. The Biden administration's response to the situation will likely be closely watched, as it navigates the complexities of balancing personal expression with the responsibilities of public service.