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A Giant George Santos Balloon Is Bobbling Around D.C. — Which Of You Mean Gays Did This?

​A Giant George Santos Balloon Is Bobbling Around D.C. — Which Of You Mean Gays Did This? ​

George Santos Balloon in D.C.
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George Santos Balloon in D.C.

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The saying that "art imitates life" has never been more accurate than today. A giant inflated George Santos terrorizing Washington D.C.? It's the accuracy for me, henny.

In a striking and hilarious display of political protest, a 15-foot inflatable caricature of embattled gay New York Rep. George Santos was erected on the National Mall in Washington, D.C., on Tuesday, amid the escalating calls for his removal from Congress.

The balloon, commissioned by MoveOn Political Action, depicts Santos adorned with a red tie labeled “full of lies,” drawing attention to the controversy surrounding his tenure.

MoveOn is a progressive group that engages in activism around Democratic causes.

The event, part of the “Expel Santos NOW Action” organized by MoveOn, commenced at Union Square before making its way closer to Capitol Hill. This visual spectacle coincides with a growing sentiment against Santos following a series of revelations about his conduct and background — including that he spent campaign money on luxury goods and OnlyFans. A recent report by the House Ethics Committee, finding “substantial evidence” of Santos’s lawbreaking, has further fueled the outcry against the New York representative.

Alongside protest balloon, MoveOn has initiated a petition demanding Santos’s resignation or expulsion. The petition, authored by Anne Wolfson, has already amassed over 154,934 signatures, nearing its target of 200,000. It underscores Santos’s deceit regarding his background and qualifications as well as his alleged fraud, arguing that his presence in Congress disrespects and disservices the electorate of New York’s 3rd District.

Several individuals who signed the petition expressed frustration with the current state of Congress and the need for ethical integrity in elected officials.

On X, many were amused by the balloon.

"What’s great about the @MoveOn balloon is that it flails and lies just like George Santos," one user wrote.

Another felt inspired by Katy Perry lyrics to write, "Do u ever feel… like a George Santos balloon… drifting through the wind… wanting to start again."

Despite the mounting pressure, Santos has survived two expulsion votes, with reports indicating a shift in the stance of some lawmakers following the House Ethics Committee’s findings. Santos has announced his decision not to seek a second term, citing biases against him. He is expected to hold a press conference on the Capitol steps on Thursday morning.

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Christopher Wiggins

Christopher Wiggins is a senior national reporter for The Advocate. He has a rich career in storytelling and highlighting underrepresented voices. Growing up in a bilingual household in Germany, his German mother and U.S. Army father exposed him to diverse cultures early on, influencing his appreciation for varied perspectives and communication. His work in Washington, D.C., primarily covers the nexus of public policy, politics, law, and LGBTQ+ issues. Wiggins' reporting focuses on revealing lesser-known stories within the LGBTQ+ community. Key moments in his career include traveling with Vice President Kamala Harris and interviewing her in the West Wing about LGBTQ+ support.

Christopher Wiggins is a senior national reporter for The Advocate. He has a rich career in storytelling and highlighting underrepresented voices. Growing up in a bilingual household in Germany, his German mother and U.S. Army father exposed him to diverse cultures early on, influencing his appreciation for varied perspectives and communication. His work in Washington, D.C., primarily covers the nexus of public policy, politics, law, and LGBTQ+ issues. Wiggins' reporting focuses on revealing lesser-known stories within the LGBTQ+ community. Key moments in his career include traveling with Vice President Kamala Harris and interviewing her in the West Wing about LGBTQ+ support.