Former owner of Peanut the squirrel detained by ICE
When New York wildlife officers euthanized a couple's pet squirrel, Peanut, two years ago, Republicans including JD Vance seized on the critter's killing as just another example of government overreach from meddling Democrats.
TL;DR
- A couple's pet squirrel, Peanut, was euthanized by New York wildlife officers.
- Republicans, such as JD Vance, highlighted the incident as an example of government overreach.
- The killing was framed as an act by meddling Democrats.