Controversy Erupts Over Euthanized Squirrel in New York
TL;DR
Outrage over the euthanization of P'nut the Squirrel, a popular internet pet, has led to bomb threats at ten New York State Department of Environmental Conservation offices. The squirrel was seized and euthanized over rabies concerns, sparking widespread condemnation and political commentary, including from actor William Shatner and Ohio Senator JD Vance. Governor Kathy Hochul condemned the threats but did not address the incident directly. The controversy has also inspired proposed legislation to enhance animal rights protections in New York.
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- Outrage over P'nut the squirrel's death continues with bomb threats called in at 10 NY state offices New York Post
- New York's decision to seize, euthanize Peanut the Squirrel is a 'disgrace,' owner says USA TODAY
- New York state officials antagonized a terrified squirrel, says Greg Gutfeld Fox News
- How P’Nut the Squirrel’s Death Became a Republican Rallying Cry The New York Times
- Man who took in Peanut, the orphaned squirrel, says it’s ‘surreal’ officials euthanized his pet CNN
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