David F. Prenatt, Jr. is an American internet research consultant who writes under the name NetEsq. He is a graduate of the University of California, Davis School of Law.
Case
The Libertarian Party of New Hampshire's X account said it backs assassinating elected Democrats and that anyone unwilling should vote Republican instead. Officials from both parties condemned the post; the party called its statements legal, and its chair described them as self-defense.
Role at the time: Internet research consultant and commentator
Statement summary
Prenatt condemns LPNH's call for assassinating Democrats and rejects attempts to excuse it through comparisons with other parties.
“WAS JUST PLAIN WRONG”
He condemns the post's call for political violence.
Statement dates: September 28, 2026
Statement dates: September 28, 2026
