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Hanson Resident Fined $100 Daily for Projecting 'Trump 2024' Sign on Water Tower

Oct 14, 2024, 06:18 PM

A resident in Hanson, Massachusetts, has been projecting a 'Trump 2024' logo onto a municipal water tower, prompting town officials to issue a cease-and-desist letter and impose a $100-per-day fine. The town administrator condemned the unauthorized projection, stating it violates town bylaws and could mislead the public into thinking the town endorses a political candidate. Officials emphasized that the town 'does not endorse candidates for any political office' and expressed concern over potential taxpayer expenses. In response, they are also projecting a spotlight onto the water tower to obscure the political message.