Trump Racist Video Depicting Apes Triggers Outrage
*The orange a-hole has done it again. President Donald Trump removed a controversial post after swift backlash online. The Trump racist video appeared on his Truth Social account late Thursday night.
The roughly 60-second clip stayed online for about twelve hours. Critics across parties condemned the Trump racist video as racist and offensive.
Video Shows Obamas as Apes Using Racist Tropes
The Trump racist video promoted debunked claims about voter fraud in the 2020 election. Near the end, it showed former President Barack Obama.
An edited segment depicted Barack and Michelle Obama as apes dancing on screen. The scene played to the song “The Lion Sleeps Tonight.”
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Civil Rights Leaders Warn About Racist Imagery
Advocates said depicting Black people as apes reflects historic racist propaganda. Those images were used to justify discrimination and violence.
Many viewers believe the Trump racist video relied on artificial intelligence tools. That possibility increased fears about digital misinformation.
Tim Scott Calls Trump Racist Video Unacceptable
Backlash grew quickly as the clip spread across social media platforms. Sen. Tim Scott of South Carolina spoke out strongly.
“The most racist thing I’ve seen out of this White House”
“Praying it was fake.”
BREAKING: Trump just posted a video on Truth Social that includes a racist image of Barack and Michelle Obama as monkeys.
There’s no bottom pic.twitter.com/zPEGa94dYO
— Republicans against Trump (@RpsAgainstTrump) February 6, 2026
White House Defends Post as Meme
Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt initially defended the Trump racist video. She described it as an online joke.
“internet meme”
“King of the Jungle”
Staffer Blamed After Video Is Deleted
Following bipartisan condemnation, the Trump racist video was deleted. A White House official later explained the removal.
“A White House staffer erroneously made the post.”
Why the Trump Racist Video Matters
The Obamas have not publicly commented on the incident. The silence has not stopped debate nationwide.
The Trump racist video highlights concerns about AI content and presidential social media use. It also raises questions about accountability.
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