A group of Venetian activists is gearing up to protest Jeff Bezos' lavish, celebrity-packed wedding to Lauren Sanchez this weekend. They argue the extravagant event—set in Venice, a city grappling with overtourism and rising living costs—symbolizes the stark wealth gap between billionaires and everyday citizens. The demonstrators insist their protest will be loud but peaceful, aiming to draw attention to economic inequality rather than disrupt the festivities.

Editor’s Note: This isn’t just about a flashy wedding—it’s a flashpoint. Bezos’ opulent celebration in a city where locals struggle with affordability puts a glaring spotlight on how extreme wealth plays out in real-world communities. The protest reflects broader frustrations about the growing divide between the ultra-rich and everyone else, a tension that’s increasingly spilling into public view.