# Schumer’s Senate Floor Fart Mystery | Venice Beach News

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Podcast: [Venice Beach News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/venice-beach-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7561931)
Published: 2026-07-16T06:30:11+00:00
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A viral C-SPAN clip has turned Senator Chuck Schumer’s Senate floor speech into internet chaos after a sound widely interpreted as a fart—and his stifled laugh—sparked the hashtag TootGate. While the audio is unmistakable and his reaction suggests he’s caught off guard, Schumer’s office remains silent, refusing to confirm or deny the source of the noise. This isn’t the first time a similar moment has been misinterpreted—back in 2019, a comparable sound was later blamed on a mug hitting a desk. The internet, as always, is having a field day, turning the incident into a meme-fueled mystery with theories ranging from accidental flatulence to staged comedy. For now, the truth remains unverified, leaving listeners to speculate and laugh. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/c920f8cf1062a2d5

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