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Trump sprays No Kings protesters with brown liquid in latest AI video

No Kings protest gathers millions across the US
  • President Donald Trump has posted an AI-generated video on Truth Social depicting himself as "KING TRUMP" in a fighter jet, bombing "No Kings" protesters with brown liquid.
  • The video, set to Kenny Loggins’ “Danger Zone”, was shared after weeks of Republican complaints about left-wing political rhetoric and in response to widespread "No Kings" demonstrations.
  • Trump's Republican allies similarly used AI-created images and videos of him wearing a crown to mock the protesters.
  • Critics noted this incident aligns with Trump's previous use of violent imagery and mocking rhetoric, referencing an AI-generated image of him over a burning Chicago with military slogans.
  • The administration has faced criticism for its crackdown on left-wing dissent, with "No Kings" organizers highlighting their peaceful opposition amidst attempts to link them to violence.
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