Trump baby blimp creator says inflatable is ‘not really a laughing matter anymore’

WorldPolitics
16 Sep 2025 • 8:42 AM MYT
The Independent
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  • The Donald Trump baby blimp will not be flown during his state visit to the UK this week.
  • Its creator, Leo Murray, stated that the political climate has changed, and it is “not really a laughing matter anymore.”
  • The orange inflatable previously soared over London during Trump's visits in July 2018 and June 2019, sparking mass protests.
  • Murray explained that after previous protests, those involved received death threats, making the current situation feel worse.
  • The blimp has been gifted to the Museum of London and was briefly flown in January 2023 for preservation tests, with plans for its public display in 2026.

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