Why the Death of P’Nut the Squirrel Has Become a National Political Event
The right has adopted a euthanized squirrel as a symbol for government overreach. P’Nut’s dad’s OnlyFans account is booming.
How the Death of a Celebrity Squirrel Became a Republican Rallying Cry
After P’Nut and a raccoon named Fred were taken by wildlife agents and euthanized, Donald Trump and local candidates accused New York Democrats of “state overreach.”
Death of P‘Nut the squirrel prompts N.Y. lawmaker to introduce Peanut’s Law
A New York State Assemblyman has introduced a new law after an internet-famous squirrel was euthanized in Upstate New York.
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Opinion | New York Bureaucrats Get Their Squirrel, P’Nut
New York can’t keep the subways safe, the mentally ill attack random pedestrians on the streets, and the Manhattan district attorney won’t prosecute many nonviolent crimes. But house a pet squirrel, and the state’s bureaucrats will come down on you like you’re a menace to society.
After 7 Years, P’Nut the Squirrel Is Taken Away and Euthanized
Possession of wildlife is generally prohibited in New York State, even of P’Nut, who had half a million followers on Instagram.
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P’Nut the Squirrel’s killing shows even cute critters aren’t safe in New York
Get the Adorable Squirrel Protection Act signed into law, pronto. Meanwhile, P’Nut’s fans will continue to mourn. And while we didn’t know the poor guy, we do know that everything’s utterly upside down in New York, and not even fluffy woodland creatures are safe.
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New York Bureaucrats Get Their Squirrel, P’Nut
State enforcers descend on a home with the pet social-media star.
Republicans call to ‘avenge’ Peanut the squirrel’s death at ballot box
New York’s Department of Environmental Conservation reportedly received threats amid backlash to the euthanasia of Peanut the celebrity squirrel.
NYS Assemblyman introduces Peanut’s Law after beloved squirrel is euthanized
A New York State Assemblyman has introduced a new law after an internet-famous squirrel was euthanized in Upstate New York. WETM reports NYS Assemblyman Jake Blumencranz of the 15th Assembly District in Long Island has proposed “Peanut’s Law: Humane Animal Protection Act.
The Daily Show mocks Trump campaign’s closing message about Peanut the Squirrel’s death
I’m glad Republicans finally care about police brutality,’ ‘The Daily Show’ correspondent Jordan Klepper quipped
New York's decision to seize, euthanize Peanut the Squirrel is a 'disgrace,' owner says
Mark Longo, who called Peanut the Squirrel his pet for this past seven years, described the New York's decision to seize and ...
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Did Trump condemn the killing of Peanut the squirrel?
P'Nut, an internet-famous squirrel from Upstate N.Y., was euthanized by the DEC — sparking outrage and bomb threats.
P’nut the Squirrel’s heartbroken owner breaks down over almond in his pocket: ‘Just a little reminder’
Mark Longo said the pain over the state raid that killed his beloved P'nut the Squirrel resurfaced when he found an almond in ...
Peanut the Squirrel Becomes Right-Wing Martyr in Final Election Push From the Extremely Online
With hours to go before America votes, Trump’s surrogates spent their time building up a myth around a squirrel.
Texas republicans rally around P'Nut the Squirrel in last-ditch attempt for votes
Could an internet-famous squirrel be the deciding factor in this year's presidential election? Many are outraged over the ...
Outrage over P’nut the Squirrel’s death continues with bomb threats called in at 10 NY state offices
The decision to euthanize popular pet P'nut the Squirrel continues to ruffle feathers, with bomb threats at state offices and ...