A synonym for JAQing Off, this phrase was named after right wing commentator Glenn Beck, who became famous for spewing conspiracy theories and hate fueled rhetoric under the guise of asking questions. His usage of this defense became so notorious that South Park famously mocked him for it.
"I'm not saying that they were good people, I'm just asking if the Jan 6 rioters were really Republicans or if they were Democrats in disguise?"
"Quit pulling The Glenn Beck Defense moron!"
"Quit pulling The Glenn Beck Defense moron!"
by Lynch/Fellini May 31, 2023