NORTH BRUNSWICK, N.J. — A red, white and blue police SUV wrapped in patriotic imagery has drawn sharp criticism and sparked a viral Reddit thread after being spotted in North Brunswick last week, with users questioning the intent, appearance, and taxpayer cost of the vehicle.
First, if you don’t know, r/NewJersey is a haven for far-left ideology, anti-American sentiment, and hatred for President Trump. They’re quick to call anything they don’t understand, like, or trust, a nazi, fascist, or “MAGTard”.
So, let’s keep the audience in perspective.
The SUV, part of the North Brunswick Police Department’s fleet, features an American flag-themed design and tributes to U.S. military service members. The vehicle’s presence and design led to hundreds of comments in a Reddit thread where users debated its symbolism and criticized its cost and political messaging.
Key Points
- North Brunswick police SUV features patriotic wrap honoring U.S. military service members.
- Reddit users debated the car’s design, cost, and perceived political tone.
- Some residents expressed concern over wasteful spending and messaging.
Online reaction ranges from praise to outrage
Reddit user _Have_Blue confirmed the vehicle’s origin, writing, “Yes it is. North Brunswick PD.” Other users compared the SUV to military propaganda or satire, with one remarking, “It looks exactly like the SUV from Team America: World Police.”
“I’ve walked through North Brunswick to get to a Walmart. It is kinda MAGA and truly a small suburb with nothing in it,” another user commented, sparking discussion about the political and cultural tone of the township.
Several users criticized the use of public funds for the vehicle’s design. “More wasted money. They don’t even try to hide it anymore,” wrote one commenter. Others took issue with the blending of policing and military imagery, questioning whether the wrap disrespected flag etiquette.
Many criticized the police department for wasting money on the wrap or even being associated with MAGA and the Republican party.
Patriotic wrap stirs deeper concerns
Another user added, “Whenever I see that thin blue line stuff, I’m like how is this different from gang colors?”
Similar sentiments were echoed by others who viewed the vehicle as a statement rather than a community asset.
However, not all comments were negative. A few users defended the wrap, noting that at least it’s easily identifiable.
“I’d rather have this on the road than those cars that you can only read ‘Police’ from a certain angle,” one user noted.
Design tied to community outreach, say locals
Some users familiar with the area suggested the vehicle may be used primarily for events. “I think they just use it when they’re doing community outreach stuff… at town events or visit schools,” one comment read.
Others questioned if the design was worth the cost even for those purposes. “Why are they paying super-extra for recessed emergency lights if it’s just a clown car anyway?” another user asked.
Criticism also aimed at broader spending
Beyond the SUV itself, the thread widened into criticism of broader municipal spending. “We wasted some extra taxpayer money giving a few of our squad cars the ‘murica makeover,” said a user claiming to be a North Brunswick resident. “See the municipal building that had minor flood damage 4 years ago and is still being worked on.”