Rep. Mike Collins
@RepMikeCollins
On this day in history in 2014, NYC Mayor Bill De Blasio dropped the groundhog, sending it into freefall.
“Staten Island Chuck” died 7 days later of internal injuries.
Chuck's death was concealed by zoo officials in a massive coverup that became known as “Groundhog gate”.
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5:06 AM · Feb 2, 2026
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