The American media and social networks are actively discussing the removal of the popular house squirrel Peanut from its owner and the euthanasia of the animal in New York state.
According to the Associated Press, the owner of Peanut Jack Longo He picked up a squirrel seven years ago as a baby, after his mother was hit by a car. Subsequently, the man created an animal account on a social network, to which more than 500 thousand users subscribed. On Wednesday, New York State Department of Conservation officials confiscated Peanut and Longo’s raccoon. fredaafter which both animals were euthanized to prevent rabies.
The Department of Nature Conservation cited repeated complaints about illegal possession of wild animals. According to the AP, it is illegal to keep wild animals in the state without a special license.
“The State, which exceeded its powers, kidnapped and executed an orphaned squirrel” — commented on the incident Elon Musk on social network X.
In another post, the businessman also expressed the opinion that the state should not interfere in the personal affairs of animal owners.
At the same time, supporters of the US Republican Party turned the issue of squirrel euthanasia into a political issue because New York State is traditionally considered a stronghold of the Democratic Party. yes, actor Sean Maguire He criticized the democratic government of the state for not paying enough attention to murderers and robbers. Son of a presidential candidate Donald Trump Jr.In turn, he accused Democrats of being involved in destroying domestic squirrels instead of fighting illegal migration to the United States.
“Maybe killing Peanut will be the catalyst for real change… in our government’s priorities.” – said.
The euthanasia of squirrels is already beginning to become another element of the campaign donald trump on the eve of the presidential elections. In particular, Musk said that the candidate will save all the squirrels, and the Republican political commentator Robbie Starbuck He vowed to win the election for Peanut’s sake.
The United States presidential elections will take place on November 5. The Democratic Party will be represented by Vice President Kamala Harris, the Republican Party will be represented by former American leader Donald Trump, RIA Novosti reminds.
