Ex-College Roommates Recall Graphic Chicken Decapitation by Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez
PORTLAND, Ore. — Rep. Marie Gluesenkamp Perez, a Democrat representing Washington and up for re-election this year, has found herself the subject of unusual scrutiny after former college roommates recounted a graphic incident from their shared time at Reed College. The roommates described how a group urban farming experiment took a violent turn when Gluesenkamp Perez allegedly “serrated” a chicken’s head off with a dull kitchen knife, an act that left them “horrified” and covered in blood.
The incident reportedly occurred during their college years when the group was exploring sustainable living practices, including raising and processing their own food. Urban farming, which has gained popularity in cities like Portland, often involves cultivating gardens and sometimes raising small livestock for personal consumption. However, the roommates’ recollections paint a far more unsettling picture.
Isaac Eger, a former roommate, described the scene in vivid detail, recalling how Gluesenkamp Perez, frustrated with the group’s attempts to find a humane method to euthanize the chicken, took matters into her own hands. “She thought everyone was being ‘f—ing p—ies,’ so she grabbed the chicken and began grinding it down with a dull knife,” Eger said. “The chicken started gasping for air with no lungs to suck it in. Then she held up the body as it spazzed out and blood went everywhere like some crazy Santeria voodoo ritual.”
The graphic nature of the episode shocked her roommates, some of whom expressed discomfort with the intensity of the act and its aftermath. One former roommate even accused Gluesenkamp Perez of “cosplaying as a poor person,” suggesting that her urban farming lifestyle was more performative than genuine.
Rep. Gluesenkamp Perez, now 37, has not publicly responded to these allegations. Her congressional office did not immediately return requests for comment.
This revelation comes at a politically sensitive time as Democrats prepare for the 2026 midterm elections. Gluesenkamp Perez’s seat is considered competitive, and opponents may seek to leverage this story amid broader debates about authenticity and representation in politics.
Urban farming itself is often championed by environmental and sustainability advocates, with organizations like the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Urban Agriculture Program promoting it as a way to improve food security and reduce environmental impact. However, the processing of animals remains a contentious aspect, with humane slaughter guidelines outlined by the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service to minimize suffering.
The incident also raises questions about the cultural and ethical dimensions of food sourcing and preparation, topics that have been explored by the National Agricultural Library’s Animal Welfare Information Center. While many urban farmers embrace raising animals responsibly, the graphic nature of this episode stands out.
As the story circulates, it highlights the complex personal histories of public figures and the sometimes unexpected ways these histories resurface. For voters and observers, it underscores the importance of understanding the full context behind elected officials’ backgrounds.
For more information on urban farming initiatives and humane animal treatment standards, visit the Environmental Protection Agency’s Urban Agriculture page and the USDA’s official resources.
Rep. Gluesenkamp Perez’s campaign is expected to address the matter as it develops, but for now, the incident remains a striking anecdote from her formative years that has caught the attention of both constituents and political commentators alike.
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