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Streamer Criticizes Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's Lavish New York Wedding Over Public Security Costs

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First reported by Mako · 47 minutes ago

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Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's lavish New York wedding at Madison Square Garden drew criticism for using public funds for security, with streamer Hasan Piker calling it a misuse of taxpayer money. The $15 million event included major street closures and high-profile performances, sparking debate over celebrity extravagance and public resource allocation.

01Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding in NYC cost about $15 million, including public security expenses.
02Streamer Hasan Piker criticized the use of taxpayer money for the wedding's security as misuse of public resources.
03The event at Madison Square Garden hosted around 1,000 guests and featured performances by Paul McCartney and Stevie Nicks.
04NYPD security costs for the wedding and pre-wedding dinner were estimated at $160,000, funding source unclear.
05The wedding caused major street closures and large police presence to manage crowds of fans and onlookers.
06Critics also questioned the choice of a public venue over a private estate for the ceremony.

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