US President Donald Trump has removed a social media video that included a racist clip depicting former President Barack Obama and former First Lady Michelle Obama as apes. The video, posted on Trump's Truth Social account, was met with widespread criticism and allegations of racism. The White House initially downplayed the incident, claiming the video was an "internet meme" depicting Trump as the King of the Jungle and Democrats as characters from The Lion King. However, the video was later deleted, with the White House blaming a staffer for the "erroneous" post. ¹ ² The incident has sparked bipartisan condemnation, with Republican Senator Tim Scott calling the video "the most racist thing I've seen out of this White House" and urging Trump to remove it. Democrats have also criticized Trump, questioning his fitness for the presidency. The video's removal comes amid ongoing scrutiny of...
Leshaan Da Gama Speaks Out: 'Video Wasn’t AI' - South African Influencer Responds to Oshiomhole's Claims
Leshaan Da Gama, a South African influencer, has denied claims that a viral video featuring her and Nigerian Senator Adams Oshiomhole was created using artificial intelligence. The video, which shows Oshiomhole massaging Da Gama's feet on a private jet, sparked controversy and speculation about its authenticity. Oshiomhole's team had claimed the video was AI-generated, but Da Gama refuted this, saying "Video wasn’t AI but believe your senator" on her Instagram story. She also directed criticism towards the senator, writing "Your senator is the problem, go be mad at him, not me". The video's origins and context have been disputed, with some speculating it was a personal moment and others seeing it as a breach of public trust. Da Gama's confirmation has intensified debate about accountability and the role of social media in shaping narratives. The incident highlig...