St Patrick’s Day float referencing Epstein files draws condemnation in Ireland
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A St Patrick's Day float referencing Jeffrey Epstein and depicting a simulated sexual assault drew widespread condemnation in Ireland. The float, which appeared in parades in County Galway and County Mayo on Tuesday, featured signs referencing Epstein and Prince Andrew, along with actors appearing to attack a woman. Rape crisis charities denounced the display as normalizing sexual violence, while politicians called it a disgrace. Parade organizers apologized, stating they were unaware of the float's content beforehand and halted its second run in Ballinrobe. They also pledged to review procedures to prevent similar incidents in the future, acknowledging the float did not reflect the parade's values.
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