UPDATE: Donald Trump has just released a provocative AI-generated video portraying himself as “King” while bombing protesters with brown sludge, sparking outrage across social media. The clip, posted to Truth Social, features Trump piloting a fighter jet adorned with “King Trump,” parodying the iconic film Top Gun.
In the video, Trump, wearing a crown, smiles as he flies over a generic U.S. city before dropping the brown substance resembling feces onto protesters below. This crude imagery coincides with the large “No Kings” protests that erupted on October 21, 2023, in cities including Chicago, Boston, and Atlanta.
The protests are a reaction to widespread concerns over Trump’s growing power, particularly surrounding immigration enforcement by ICE, which many argue operates without accountability. Demonstrators carried signs stating, “Nothing is more patriotic than protesting,” emphasizing a commitment to democratic values.
The video quickly drew sharp criticism. Journalist Taylor Lorenz remarked, “Trump posted an AI-generated video of himself dropping feces on Gen Z influencer @harryjsisson from a plane.” Meanwhile, Brett Meiselas, co-founder of MeidasTouch, stated, “Trump posting a video of himself literally s***ing on America is pretty spot on to be honest.”
These protests mark the third large-scale demonstration since Trump returned to the White House. Many see this moment as a pivotal point for Democrats, who have faced backlash for their perceived inaction against Trump’s actions. Senior Democrats are now stepping up their efforts, including allowing a government shutdown to protect healthcare funding.
Ezra Levin, co-founder of Indivisible, commented, “What we are seeing from the Democrats is some spine. The worst thing the Democrats could do right now is surrender.”
As the nation watches closely, the implications of Trump’s actions and the ongoing protests are likely to shape the political landscape in the coming weeks. The reaction to Trump’s video and the demonstrations signify a burgeoning conflict that could influence upcoming elections and policy discussions.
Stay tuned for further updates on this developing story.
