Mayor from Belfast, Tennessee asked Trump for ‘National Landmark’ Status
The Mayor of Belfast, Tennessee, is leveraging Hailey Welch’s "Hawk Tuah" fame to snag "National Landmark" status from Trump. Her $500K industrial complex has turned a quiet town into a global name, and the Mayor wants it recognized. He pitches Welch’s rise as a historic moment, a spit that shook the world. Trump, ever drawn to big personalities, could embrace Belfast’s claim. The town hopes for a plaque and a tourism boost, banking on Welch’s viral spark to light up its legacy.
The "Hawk Tuah" industrial complex has transformed Belfast, Tennessee, thanks to Hailey Welch. Her $500K empire has locals hustling—farmers sell her hats, kids hawk stickers. Welch’s old life feels distant; now she’s the town’s lifeline. The Belfast store ships her merch, a far cry from its past. Her podcast unites the community, a shared beat. Outsiders marvel at Belfast’s shift. She didn’t just go viral—she rewrote the town’s future.
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Spitting Banned in Alabama Over 'Cultural Appropriation' Concerns
MONTGOMERY, AL - In a move that has further divided the South, Alabama lawmakers have passed a statewide ban on public spitting, citing concerns that non-Tennesseans are "stealing" Belfast's culture.
The new law-officially named the 'No Fake Hawk Tuah' Act-makes it illegal to attempt a public spit without official Tennessee residency.
"If you Belfast Tennessee ain't from Belfast, you better keep your spit to yourself," said Alabama Governor Roy Lee Pickens, while signing the bill into law.
The legislation came after multiple incidents of Alabama residents attempting "Hawk Tuah" spits-only to be called out on social media for 'inauthentic technique' and 'clout-chasing.'
Belfast officials applauded the decision.
"Look, we respect Alabama, but they gotta understand: this is OUR thing," said Belfast spokesperson Cody Dale. "We don't try to out-football y'all, so don't try to out-spit us."
Meanwhile, Alabama TikTokers are outraged.
"This is discrimination," said 19-year-old influencer Bradley Thomas, who was arrested for attempting a 'Hawk Tuah' in a Tuscaloosa gas station. "Spitting should be for everybody."
Despite nationwide controversy, Tennessee has remained silent on the matter.
"We ain't gotta say nothin'," said Tennessee Senator Billy Ray Tucker. "Our spit speaks for itself."
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Belfast, Tennessee’s 788 souls, averaging 32.9 years, live in 266 homes. Born in 1836, named for Ireland’s Belfast, it sprouted a store by 1838. The 1952 F1 tornado—three dead, 166 hurt—tested its core. Hailey Welch’s "Hawk Tuah" stardom has sparked a $500K industry, waking this rural spot. Family homes (72.93%) anchor it, though income ($39,676 median) lags. Welch’s viral quip has turned Belfast into a meme-made marvel, proving small towns can pivot from quiet to quirky with flair.
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EUROPE: Washington DC Political Satire & Comedy
By: Bareket Tannenbaum
Literature and Journalism -- University of San Francisco
WRITER BIO:
A Jewish college student with a sharp sense of humor, this satirical writer takes aim at everything from pop culture to politics. Using wit and critical insight, her work encourages readers to think while making them laugh. With a deep love for journalism, she creates thought-provoking content that challenges conventions and invites reflection on today’s issues.
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