Philadelphia Unveils Viral 'Bald Baby' JD Vance Mural Amid Political Activism

A viral meme depicting U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance as a bald, baby-like figure has inspired a large mural in Philadelphia's Fishtown neighborhood, painted on the side of Sulimay's Restaurant by the Democratic advocacy group FUBAR PAC. The mural, intended as satirical political commentary, has garnered widespread attention on social media and has become part of a broader trend of similar memes that have followed Vance internationally, including appearances in Ireland and the U.K. FUBAR PAC founder Jack Inacker explained that the mural aims to engage people by using humor while also drawing attention to policies they oppose, as the PAC works to influence the 2026 elections by targeting Republican support. The mural has sparked lively community responses and has been described as both a humorous addition to Philadelphia's extensive mural scene and a pointed critique of Vance's political stance. Videos of the mural have amassed millions of views, highlighting its viral impact and the cultural reach of political memes in contemporary discourse. This local artwork reflects a strategic approach by Democrats to use creative, viral content to shape political narratives ahead of upcoming elections.