Vulgar Flag Appears on Parade Float Carrying Keith Self’s Wife and Staff

By R.J. Morales | TX3DNews.com

On July 4, 2025, a parade float seen carrying the wife and campaign staff of U.S. Rep. Keith Self (R-TX03) took part in the City of Weston’s Independence Day celebration. A political flag on the float prominently displayed the phrase:

“TRUMP 2024 – F* YOUR FEELINGS.”**

Photographs obtained by TX3DNews.com show the flag displayed for all to see and also mounted on back of a parade vehicle decorated with campaign signs for Rep. Self. The vehicle was accompanied by adults and children, some of whom were wearing “Team Self” campaign shirts. Among those present were Tracy Self, the Congressman’s wife, and Michelle Bishop, director of Rep. Self’s campaign activities in Collin County.

While the float appeared in Weston, Rep. Keith Self was in Washington, D.C., attending a White House ceremony for the signing of the House’s budget reconciliation bill, known by some Republicans as the “Big Beautiful Bill.” Weston, a northern Collin County town with fewer than 1,000 residents, is part of Texas’ 3rd Congressional District.

Following the event, photos of the float began circulating widely on social media. Users on Facebook and X (formerly Twitter) pointed out the presence of the flag and questioned whether its language was appropriate for a family-oriented Independence Day parade.

Many users also pointed out the prominent campaign signage and the visible presence of Rep. Self’s wife and staff alongside the float, prompting broader discussion about the tone and messaging of the Congressman’s public appearances. In local Facebook groups and online forums, residents commented on the contrast between the campaign’s branding and the profane slogan, raising questions about whether the display reflected the values of the district or the image the Congressman intends to project.

Others questioned whether the flag’s inclusion was officially approved by the campaign and how it aligns with Rep. Self’s messaging on formal platforms. As of July 5, the original post containing images of the float had been shared across multiple Collin County-based political and neighborhood groups, generating continued attention and calls for clarification.

In a July 5 email obtained by TX3DNews, Weston Council Member Maria Whitworth, who coordinated parade entries, stated that “the Self Campaign Team did not have a parade float,” but was invited by organizers to walk in the event and lead the Pledge of Allegiance. “They were offered a ride as they walked by,” she wrote, and “did not see that flag or would not have jumped on the float” had they known. Whitworth also confirmed that the vulgar flag “was NOT displayed during the staging” and was not seen by parade judges or organizers. “If one of us had seen this flag, we would have IMMEDIATELY pulled this float out of the parade.” She further criticized the float’s organizers for including children, stating: “shame on the adults who allowed children to be part of this float.”

Adding another layer to the conversation, a recent “Koffee with Keith” town hall event in Collin County also drew attention for its tone. During the meeting, Rep. Self described political violence as a problem driven primarily by “the left,” citing examples from outside Texas. When one attendee asked him to consider moderating his rhetoric in the interest of reducing polarization, several supporters reportedly responded with heckling and abusive language directed at the speaker. Clips and accounts from the event circulated online, adding to growing concerns about the tone of political discourse surrounding the Congressman’s public appearances.

TX3DNews.com contacted Rep. Self’s congressional office and campaign team, including Michelle Bishop, to request clarification on whether the flag’s inclusion on the float was authorized or coordinated by the campaign. Additional questions were submitted regarding whether the campaign intends to release a public statement. As of publication, no response has been received.

The City of Weston was also contacted to confirm whether the float was registered with the event, whether parade guidelines included any policies on signage or explicit language, and whether the city had received any formal complaints from paradegoers. A response is currently pending from city officials.

Rep. Keith Self, a Republican first elected to Congress in 2022, has aligned himself closely with President Donald Trump and frequently comments on national political issues through his social media platforms. He represents Texas’ 3rd Congressional District, one of the fastest-growing in the state, which has seen significant demographic shifts in recent years.

The appearance of a profane political flag alongside official campaign materials at the Weston parade comes amid heightened scrutiny of how elected officials communicate in public spaces—particularly at events attended by families and children. The conversation around tone and responsibility in political messaging has grown more urgent following recent violent incidents, including the fatal shooting of Minnesota elected officials, in what authorities have described as a politically motivated attack, and other acts of violence tied to extremist rhetoric.

Against that backdrop, displays of inflammatory or explicit language in campaign settings have prompted renewed debate about how such messaging influences public behavior and shapes the civic environment.

As of now, the Congressman has not made any public comment regarding the Weston parade or the flag featured on his campaign float.

This article will be updated as new information becomes available or if official statements are released by Rep. Self, his campaign, or the City of Weston.

Editor’s Note (Updated July 10, 2025):
This article was updated to include new information from Weston Council Member Maria Whitworth, who emailed Rep. Self’s staff following the parade. Her statement confirms that while the float was not organized by the Self campaign, Rep. Self’s team was invited to participate in the parade by leading the Pledge of Allegiance and accepted a ride mid-route. She said the profane flag was not visible during staging and would have disqualified the float had it been seen. The original reporting accurately documented the campaign’s visible participation. The full email is on file with TX3DNews.