"Activist group Everyone Hates Elon has taken to the streets of New York City to voice their opposition to the 2026 Met Gala's lead sponsors: Lauren Sánchez and Jeff Bezos."
"Hacked advertisements around the city read, 'The Bezos Met Gala invites you to party like it's 1939,' criticizing the perceived excess and ignorance of the wealthy."
"A pop-up in front of the Met features a sign labeled 'Met Gala VIP Toilet,' referencing a class action lawsuit by Amazon drivers who alleged they were forced to pee in bottles."
The Met Gala, a prestigious fundraising event for the Metropolitan Museum of Art's Costume Institute, is under scrutiny due to its sponsorship by Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sánchez. Activist group Everyone Hates Elon has protested against the event, using hacked advertisements to criticize the sponsors. Their messages highlight issues such as wealth disparity and Amazon's labor practices. The protests include a pop-up installation outside the Met, drawing attention to the working conditions of Amazon drivers, further emphasizing the tension between luxury and social justice.
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