Peanut the Squirrel's Death Sparks Political Outcry and Debate
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Elon Musk and Joe Rogan criticized the euthanization of P’nut the Squirrel by New York State officials, arguing it exemplifies a loss of freedom in America. The squirrel, a pet on a rescue farm, was put down after biting an investigator, prompting rabies testing. Musk and Rogan discussed the incident on Rogan's podcast, likening it to a loss of personal freedoms and urging voters to mobilize in response. The incident has sparked significant online outrage and fundraising efforts for reform.
- Elon Musk and Joe Rogan call P’nut killing proof America is no longer the land of the free New York Post
- Republicans call to ‘avenge’ Peanut the squirrel’s death at ballot box The Washington Post
- Churchill: Killing of Peanut shows state's warped priorities Times Union
- New York's decision to seize, euthanize Peanut the Squirrel is a 'disgrace,' owner says USA TODAY
- Team Trump’s Final Plea to Voters Is, Frankly, Nuts The New Republic
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