BREAKING NEWS: Packers CEO Ed Policy Fires Stadium Employee After Controversial Social Media Post on Charlie Kirk’s Death

Green Bay, WI — The Green Bay Packers organization has swiftly moved to distance itself from controversy after an employee at Lambeau Field posted inflammatory content on social media in the immediate aftermath of the assassination of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk.

Packers CEO Ed Policy confirmed late Thursday that the employee, identified internally as Haley Kreidel, has been terminated effective immediately. The decision came just hours after Kreidel shared multiple posts that appeared to mock Kirk’s death, including a cartoon depicting a bullet wound and a headline paired with the Broadway song “No One Mourns the Wicked.”

Policy issued a blunt statement to fans, employees, and the public:

“The Green Bay Packers hold ourselves and everyone associated with our organization to the highest standards of professionalism and respect. The recent social media activity by a stadium employee was unacceptable, deeply offensive, and does not represent the values of the Packers or our community. We have taken decisive action, and that individual is no longer employed here.”

The move sent a strong message across the Packers’ fan base and NFL circles, signaling that the organization will not tolerate staff actions that exploit tragedy for mockery or political provocation.

Kreidel, who worked in a communications support role tied to fan engagement and stadium promotions, had been with the team less than two years, according to sources familiar with the matter. Her social media activity was quickly flagged by fans and local media outlets, sparking outrage and demands for accountability.

Reaction across Wisconsin was swift. Conservative voices praised Policy’s action as “swift justice” and a sign that professional sports franchises should remain above cultural warfare. Progressive commentators, however, warned of “overreach” and questioned whether private social media activity should cost an employee their job.

Yet within the Packers’ organization, the message is clear: respect matters, and the line was crossed.

Policy closed his statement with a firm reminder:

“Football is about unity, community, and respect. We will never condone hatred, mockery, or exploitation of a human tragedy. That’s not who the Packers are.”

The firing has already become a trending topic online, with hashtags #PackersStrong and #Accountability gaining traction overnight.

As the dust settles, the Green Bay Packers appear determined to show both fans and the NFL that their reputation will not be compromised by one employee’s actions.