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Protests Erupt over Trump Ambassador's $450 Million Yacht Trip on 'Coastal Diplomacy' in Italy

Local groups plan a mass demonstration as the 117-meter yacht heads to the city for the Festa del Redentore, with protests also tied to overtourism concerns.

Summary by thecooldown.com
Venice is facing fresh controversy over a proposal to host Boardwalk, a 380-foot superyacht valued at $450 million, during one of the city's signature festivals. Critics say the stop would turn a longstanding public celebration into a showcase for billionaire wealth, as The Times of London reports. What happened? The possible Venice stop is part of an Italian tour tied to America's 250th anniversary. Tilman Fertitta, Trump's ambassador to Italy …

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The Globe & Mail broke the news in Canada on Monday, June 29, 2026.
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