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Greenpeace joins anti-Bezos protest with Venice banner complaining about billionaire tax breaks

  • Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez are holding a star-studded wedding in Venice from June 24 to 26, attracting about 200 guests including celebrities such as Mick Jagger and Ivanka Trump.
  • The wedding sparked protests motivated by concerns over billionaire tax avoidance, environmental damage, and Venice’s prioritization of tourism over residents' needs.
  • Environmental and local activist groups, including Greenpeace and Everyone Hates Elon, held peaceful demonstrations in St Mark's Square where they displayed a large banner demanding that those who can afford to privately book Venice for weddings should contribute more in taxes.
  • Regional governor Luca Zaia stated that the three-day event is projected to require an investment of 20 to 30 million euros and is anticipated to generate significant economic benefits for local businesses such as gondoliers and motorboat operators.
  • City officials defended the wedding as an honor that showcases Venice globally despite activist backlash highlighting housing shortages and pressures on essential public services.
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The star-studded wedding of Amazon founder Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez this weekend in Venice has mobilized activist groups to protest the event, branding it a symbol of...

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Enhedslisten broke the news in on Monday, June 23, 2025.
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