In a shocking move that’s already igniting heated debate across the internet, former U.S. President Donald Trump shared an AI-generated video on his Truth Social platform that appears to show former President Barack Obama being “arrested.” The bizarre video, synced to Trump’s long-favored anthem “YMCA” by the Village People, is confirmed to be created using neural network technology and is entirely fake.
The deepfake video, which mimics real footage with uncanny realism, portrays Obama being handcuffed and escorted by federal agents. While the video is clearly fictional, Trump’s post did not initially clarify its artificial origin, leading many to believe — or at least speculate — that it was real. The video quickly went viral, with supporters and critics alike flooding social media with commentary.
Analysts say the clip may be a jab at recent comments made by former Democratic Congresswoman and current Director of National Intelligence, Tulsi Gabbard. Gabbard has stirred the political pot in recent days with remarks about the deep-rooted corruption and lack of accountability among former administration officials, without naming Obama directly.
This isn’t the first time Trump has leaned on sensational or misleading content to energize his base. But critics argue this latest stunt crosses a dangerous line — blurring reality with AI-generated fiction to mislead the public.
The Village People have not yet responded to the use of their song in the post, but in the past, they have publicly criticized Trump for using their music during campaign events.
As of now, the video remains live on Trump’s Truth Social account, though social media platforms and fact-checkers are scrambling to warn users of its inauthentic nature.
