A store in Connecticut that sells Donald Trump merchandise was vandalized in the early hours of October 21. The New England for Trump store in Vernon was targeted by vandals who used spray paint and sprayed a foul-smelling liquid, believed to be urine, to deface the property. Offensive graffiti with words like “fascist” and “Nazi” were left alongside crude drawings on the store’s walls.
The store manager, Ken Krajewski, expressed shock at the extent of the damage. This was not the first time the store had been vandalized that day, he mentioned. Despite the severe damage to the property, Krajewski quickly cleaned up and covered the defaced areas with flags.
The Vernon Police Department is currently investigating the incident, but no suspects have been identified publicly yet. Lieutenant Robert Marra confirmed that the case is still under investigation, with updates to follow. The store reopened on Tuesday, thanks to the support and help of the local community in cleaning up the aftermath of the vandalism.
The New England for Trump store in Vernon is part of a chain with several locations across the country, including Rhode Island, Massachusetts, and Georgia. The store has faced growing political backlash due to the tensions surrounding Trump and his presidency. The spray-painted messages referencing terms like “Nazi” and “fascist” may be linked to past controversies surrounding Trump, including claims made by former chief of staff John Kelly.
Despite the attack, the Vernon community has rallied behind the store and its manager. Many people have offered assistance in cleaning up the mess and have shown solidarity with the store. Krajewski remains determined to move forward despite the distressing incident, stating, “It’s frustrating, but we’re not going to stop.”
This incident comes at a time when Donald Trump is actively campaigning for re-election. Recently, Trump made headlines for a promotional event at McDonald’s, where he launched a new line of “MAGADonald’s” merchandise. The former president has been using such stunts to raise funds for his potential 2024 presidential run, selling themed T-shirts and other merchandise to his supporters.
In response to Trump’s promotional event at McDonald’s, the fast-food giant released a statement clarifying that they do not endorse any political candidates, including Trump. Despite Trump’s efforts to generate buzz with his merchandise line, McDonald’s made it clear that they do not align with any political endorsements following Trump’s visit to their restaurant.
