Publisher condemns Hegseth’s use of Franklin the Turtle in boat strike meme

The Canadian publishing house behind the “Franklin” children’s books appeared to condemn Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, after he posted a cartoon image of the turtle blowing up a boat.

Dec 2, 2025 0

Publisher condemns Hegseth’s use of Franklin the Turtle in boat strike meme

The Canadian publishing house behind the “Franklin” children’s books appeared to condemn Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, after he posted a cartoon image of the turtle blowing up a boat.

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