The peaceful residents of Heard and McDonald Islands held a press conference today to respond to the 10% tariff placed on the Goods and Services produced by this island of....penguins.
Some refer to them as coastal elites who had it coming. I say, listen to the penguins, and see if you can do so without being moved.
The Prime Minister of the Heard / McDonald Islands Speaks on Trump’s Tariffs
— Brittlestar (@brittlestar.com) April 3, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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Also, it appears Heard Island has its own BlueSky account.
Inspired by @mark-carney.bsky.social and Canadians everywhere. We’re all fighting back on our home ice!
— Heard Island Government (@heardislandgov.bsky.social) April 3, 2025 at 12:40 AM
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The protests made news across social media.
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Cross-posted from the Daily Kos.
