Senator Jon Tester’s Controversial Support for Pearl Jam Poster
Senator Jon Tester (D-MT) recently made headlines for his praise of a controversial Pearl Jam concert poster that depicted former President Donald Trump dead in front of the White House. The poster, created in 2018 for a fundraiser for Tester’s campaign, sparked controversy for its graphic imagery.
Despite initial condemnation of the anti-Trump art by his campaign, Tester revealed in his 2020 book that he actually loved the poster. The artwork featured Trump lying dead with iconic Washington D.C. landmarks in flames, and Tester shown flying on a tractor above.
Tester’s embrace of the artwork has drawn criticism, especially in light of recent events, including an assassination attempt on Trump. The senator’s rhetoric towards the former president has been called into question, with some labeling it as violent.
Tester’s upcoming fundraiser with Pearl Jam’s bassist has raised eyebrows, as the race for his Senate seat in Montana heats up. With a competitive challenge from businessman Tim Sheehy, Tester faces a tough battle for re-election.