University of Houston pride or prowling for younger men?

Democratic presidential candidate Elizabeth Warren posted a play on words about being a UH "cougar" alumna on her campaign's Twitter account while at the center of an alleged "sex scandal" with a younger man.

25-year-old Marine Kelvin Whelly claims Warren hired him as an escort numerous times since August 2018, according to an article by CNBC.

Warren tweeted the reference to the UH mascot a few hours after a press conference - which was promoted by a sign stating, "Elizabeth Warren Cougar?"- took place in Virginia on Thursday.

According to CNBC, the press conference focused on the allegations made by Whelly, and was held by Jack Burkman and Jacob Wohl- a right-wing controversial duo notorious for making scandalous accusations and exploiting false information.

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Burkman and Wohl are frequently mocked on social media for their claims, and Thursday's conference proved no different as audience members laughed at their accusations against Warren.

During the press conference, Whelly claimed he suffered a scar on his back from a session with Warren, but the public found that his Instagram told a different story, according to CNBC.

Several years ago, the young Marine shared a social media post with a scar on his back with the caption, "Hit my back with a chain trying to take down a swing."Following the serious allegations, Senator Warren posted the witty tweet and used the opportunity to promote her views on education costs.

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