This Swine Life: Pig Named 6-7 Spared by Miami Dade County Leader.
Although not quite at the equivalent scale as pardoning Thanksgiving turkeys, but the mayor of Miami-Dade conducted a Donald Trump moment this week by formally pardoning the life of a pig named Six Seven.
Daniella Levine Cava performed the seasonal stunt at the Cuban-style Latin Cafe 2000 in the heart of Miami’s Little Havana neighborhood.
“This animal is guiltless. Clemency is justified for her. Her criminal record is spotless,” stated the mayor in a speech with obvious nods to the extraordinary and sizable number of pardons issued since the onset of a current administration.
“Except perhaps for eating half a dozen apples per day,” Levine Cava continued. “May this pig enjoy a lengthy and joyful existence free from concern.”
The event, either celebrating or rejecting the local cultural practice of feasting on pork during the holidays, was established to emulate the annual turkey pardoning at the White House.
The swine, provided by a local firefighter, was christened after the modern linguistic fad of young people shouting “6-7” – deriving from a rap song lyric – often for no discernable reason. The phrase became so pervasive that a prominent word reference recently made “6-7” its 2025 word of the year.
A Peaceful Retirement
Six Seven the pig is now set to enjoy its days at a rural sanctuary “far from charcoal and roasting pans”, according to the event’s official press release.
“The pig pardon has become a cherished method to begin the holiday season,” said Eric Castellanos, in a decidedly positive message.
“It embodies the spirit of Miami: vibrant, diverse, and rooted in traditions that foster togetherness. Each year, we are honored to observe tradition and kindness in a way unique to Miami.”
Guests enjoyed a vegetarian menu of spinach croquetas and strong coffee as they toasted the swine's new lease on life.
