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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “"Let them come and get him"” is a rare card of the French Politics pack, number 2 of the collection, and the 3rd best-known meme of its 127 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “"Let them come and get him"” meme mean?
The phrase expresses an assumed challenge towards criticism. It translates a bold stance where the speaker presents themselves as the sole target of reproaches, openly inviting opponents to take action rather than just discuss. On the internet, it is often used ironically to mock a refusal to take responsibility or an arrogant attitude towards the consequences of a mistake.
Where does the “"Let them come and get him"” meme come from?
The phrase comes from Emmanuel Macron, spoken on July 24, 2018, at the House of Latin America in Paris. During a farewell party for the parliamentary session in front of government members and deputies from La République En Marche, he declared: "If they want someone responsible, he's in front of you, let them come and get him." He also stated he was "the only responsible person" for the Benalla affair, having trusted Alexandre Benalla and confirmed his sanction. A video of this intervention was broadcast on YouTube on July 25, 2018. The exact platform of the first publication of the sequence remains unknown. On Twitter, internet users repeated the formula ironically, notably creating the hashtag #AllonsChercherMacron. The identity of the meme's first creators and the exact date of its first publication are unknown.
- July 24, 2018Emmanuel Macron delivers the phrase at an event at the House of Latin America.
- July 25, 2018A video of the intervention is broadcast on YouTube.
How to use the “"Let them come and get him"” meme
- Use the quote to ironyize a leader who refuses to acknowledge their public mistakes.
- Use the phrase to mock a person who poses as an unfairly targeted victim by critics.
- Cite the expression to highlight a provocative attitude in the face of a media scandal.
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The “"Let them come and get him"” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 002 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Rare |
| Collection | French Politics pack |
| Fame | 95/100 · #3 of 127 |
| Recycle value | 10 MemeCoins (30 in Shiny) |
How to get the “"Let them come and get him"” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; "Let them come and get him" comes out of the French Politics pack as a rare card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 10 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art 0.8%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What does Let them come and get him mean?
This expression means fully assuming responsibility for a situation while challenging those who criticize. It implies that the speaker is not afraid of the consequences and directly invites opponents to take action.
Who said Let them come and get him?
It is Emmanuel Macron who spoke this phrase on July 24, 2018. He was then addressing members of his government and deputies from La République En Marche.
Why did Macron say Let them come and get him?
He used these words to politically assume responsibility for the Benalla affair. By stating he was the only responsible person, he sought to protect his circle while showing great firmness in the face of attacks.
Where does the hashtag AllonsChercherMacron come from?
The hashtag #AllonsChercherMacron appeared on Twitter following the president's declaration. Internet users created it ironically to mock his defiant posture in the face of criticism.
How do I get the "Let them come and get him" meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “"Let them come and get him"” is a rare card of the French Politics pack. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the "Let them come and get him" card?
It is a Rare card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Affaire Benalla - "Qu'ils viennent me chercher" : la phrase d' ... · L'affaire Benalla · Affaire Benalla: «Qu’ils viennent me chercher !» lance Macron, l’opposition s’indigne · checked on October 7, 2026.
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