Activists urge White House to replace decorated eggs with potatoes for Easter event: ‘Fun doesn’t have to come at a hen’s expense’
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By Hannah Sparks
Published on March 28, 2026.
Animal rights activists are urging officials in the US and UK to replace traditional Easter eggs with decorated potatoes at their annual egg-rolling festivities. The activists argue that this would be a win for both chickens and their constituents' wallets. They argue that swapping eggs for potatoes would spare hens from industrial farming and offer a more sustainable alternative for kids. The group has proposed rebranding the annual White House Easter Egg Roll into a "Make America Great Easter Potato Roll," complete with dyed spuds, sack races, and "hot potato" games. However, this proposal remains on the congressional calendar for 2026.
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