Franklin the Turtle has been reborn as a right-wing symbol in certain corners of the internet where he now functions as a winking shorthand.

(The Hill) – The publisher of the children’s book series “Franklin the Turtle” condemned Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth over what they called a “violent” portrayal of the character as he faces heat ...

The publisher of the popular children’s book series “Franklin the Turtle” has issued a strong condemnation of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s recent meme, which depicts the character shooting at drug ...