Twitch has suspended streamer Hasan Piker again, following controversial remarks he made about U.S. Senator Rick Scott during a live stream. Piker was discussing Scott’s connections to Medicare fraud when he suggested, “If you cared about Medicare fraud or Medicaid fraud, you would kill Rick Scott.” This comment sparked significant online discourse, quickly leading to Piker’s suspension as Twitch responded to uphold its community guidelines.

While many criticized Twitch for its inconsistent enforcement of rules, the platform has reiterated its stance of holding even its most popular streamers accountable. This marks the fifth time Piker has faced such consequences, raising questions about his future on the platform.

In his typical fashion, Piker took to Twitter following the suspension, offering a sarcastic apology and vowing to be more mindful of his words in the future. He later revised his statement, suggesting that if House Speaker Mike Johnson truly cared about Medicare fraud, he should advocate for severe punishments for Scott.

Piker has over 2.8 million followers and is known for discussing political topics rather than focusing primarily on gaming content. His approach has polarized audiences, generating both support and backlash, especially in light of the recent ban.