Mysterious street signs featuring Donald Trump’s profile have been spotted around Staten Island, Bay Ridge, and other parts of New York City. These signs, which resemble traffic warnings, have sparked a range of reactions, from confusion and praise to disgust. Some, like Staten Island artist and activist Scott LoBaido, applauded the cleverness of the prank, while others expressed frustration and demanded their removal. The origin of the signs remains unclear, though some have already been taken down.
The signs, mostly yellow and black, were seen near major intersections, including the entrance to the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge and a gas station in Bay Ridge. Social media users have had mixed reactions, with some laughing at the humor behind the placement, and others interpreting the signs as political warnings. While some viewers saw them as a sign that this area is “MAGA country,” others suggested the signs serve as a “caution” regarding Trump’s influence.
Though the exact message behind the signs remains ambiguous, both Trump supporters and critics have been engaging in a back-and-forth discussion online. One Brooklyn resident remarked that the signs were “funny as hell,” regardless of one’s political stance. Meanwhile, others took action, with the city’s Department of Transportation removing at least one sign from Park Slope, deeming it unauthorized.
