Trump Praises Sydney Sweeney’s Ad After Republican Registration Revealed

President Donald Trump expressed strong support for actress Sydney Sweeney after learning she is a registered Republican, saying he now finds her controversial American Eagle ad campaign "fantastic." The ad, which plays on the words "jeans" and "genes," sparked backlash with some accusing it of racial undertones and eugenics connotations, while others defended it as a lighthearted marketing gimmick. Sweeney registered as a Republican voter in Florida in June 2024, a fact Trump highlighted as surprising but positive. Right-wing figures including Senator Ted Cruz and Vice President JD Vance have also praised Sweeney and criticized the left's reaction, with Vance mocking Democrats for labeling those attracted to Sweeney as extremists. The ad campaign remains a flashpoint, illustrating the cultural and political divides surrounding advertising and celebrity affiliations in 2025. Trump’s remarks reflect the ongoing alignment and support between the MAGA movement and conservative-leaning celebrities.