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Trump’s AI ape video, slurs ignite Obama, lawmakers outrage

5/5/2026

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Barack Obama denounced the AI-generated video posted by U.S. President Donald Trump in February that depicted Barack Obama and Michelle Obama as apes, calling it offensive.
Barack Obama said he feels offended when his family is targeted and noted most Americans find it troubling.
U.S. President Donald Trump insulted Hakeem Jeffries and Eric Holder as low-IQ garbage, prompting online backlash warning his rhetoric could threaten electoral integrity.

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Barack Obama denounced the AI-generated video posted by U.S. President Donald Trump in February that depicted Barack Obama and Michelle Obama as apes, calling it offensive.
Barack Obama said he feels offended when his family is targeted and noted most Americans find it troubling.
U.S. President Donald Trump insulted Hakeem Jeffries and Eric Holder as low-IQ garbage, prompting online backlash warning his rhetoric could threaten electoral integrity.