Summary
A frog costume became a symbol in protests against immigration enforcement in the U.S. after a viral video showed an incident in Portland. While frogs were once associated with right-wing politics, particularly through the character Pepe, they are now used in demonstrations against the Trump administration's immigration policies.
Key Facts
- A man in a frog costume was involved in a viral incident with immigration agents in Portland, Oregon.
- The frog has become a symbol in protests against the Trump administration's policies.
- This frog symbol marks a shift from its previous association with right-wing groups.
- Pepe the Frog was originally an apolitical cartoon character created by artist Matt Furie.
- Over time, Pepe became linked to far-right memes and online communities.
- Matt Furie, the creator, has expressed his dislike for how his creation was used politically.
- Protests using humor and costumes, known as "tactical frivolity," have become common against the Trump administration.
- The incident with the frog costume protester gained wide attention shortly after President Trump ordered the National Guard to Portland.
