Lucy Connolly said in a now-deleted social media post on July 29, 2024, shortly after a tragic incident in Southport, that she wanted "Mass deportation now" and called to "set fire to all the f****** hotels full of the bastards for all I care." She added, "If that makes me racist, so be it." This post was made aware of the volatile situation and led to her being charged and later sentenced for inciting racial hatred through social media. Lucy Connolly expressed strong views on immigration and claimed concern for the safety of children from illegal immigrants. She has since been released from prison after serving part of a 31-month sentence and has stated in an interview that she views herself as a political prisoner, criticizing the justice system and emphasizing free speech concerns.