Santelli's "tea party" now a reality

During his infamous on air anti-stimulus "rant," CNBC reporter Rick Santelli called for a Chicago Tea Party to be held in June. But it appears angry protesters did not want to wait for better weather. Chicagoist is reporting a handful of US cities held their own tea parties Friday, including Chicago. Protesters organized at the Federal Plaza downtown and called on the government to repeal the latest stimulus bill. Some members of the angry crowd said the movement is just the beginning, and similar events will be held in the future. 

For photos and video from the event click here.