President Posts Feces-Dumping Video from Fighter Jet Amid Widespread Criticism

Top Republicans Defend President's Feces-Dumping Video as Satire WASHINGTON — In a move that has sparked widespread criticism, President Donald Trump posted a video on his Truth Social account Saturday evening, appearing to dump feces from a fighter jet onto protesters opposing his presidency. The clip, created via artificial intelligence, was widely condemned for its tasteless and juvenile content. Top Republicans in Congress have since come to the president's defense, framing the video as an example of effective satire. "The president uses social media to make a point," said Rep. Jim Johnson (R-TX), House Minority Leader. "You can argue he's probably the most effective person who has ever used social media for that." Johnson continued by using the clip to falsely brand No Kings participants as murderous, America-hating degenerates. "He is not calling for violence, but rather pointing out the hypocrisy of those who claim to be peaceful protesters," Johnson said. However, critics argue that the video's intent was far from satirical. "This is not satire; it's a childish attempt to belittle and mock people exercising their First Amendment rights," said Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY). "The president's actions are a clear example of his disdain for democracy and his willingness to use any means necessary to silence dissent." Background on the No Kings protests, which took place across the country Saturday, shows that they were overwhelmingly peaceful, with participants calling for an end to Trump's presidency. The demonstrations drew attention from lawmakers and activists alike, with many praising the protesters' commitment to nonviolent resistance. As the controversy surrounding the video continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how it will impact the president's approval ratings and the ongoing debate over his use of social media. In a statement released Monday morning, White House Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany defended the president's actions, saying that "the president is committed to using all available means to communicate with the American people." The incident has also sparked renewed calls for greater regulation of social media platforms and their role in spreading misinformation. As one observer noted, "this video is a perfect example of how social media can be used to spread hate and division." *Reporting by Motherjones.*