House Minority Leader Jeffries Faces Social Media Backlash Over Photoshopped Brooklyn Post

House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries faced widespread ridicule after posting an Instagram photo that was obviously digitally altered, warping the park bench he was leaning against to make himself appear thinner and possibly taller. Social media users and commentators mocked the poor Photoshop job, questioning why Jeffries felt the need to edit his appearance and suggesting it made him look less relatable. Critics pointed out that the warped bench and altered waistline were glaringly obvious, leading to comments about the credibility and honesty of the congressman. The backlash included remarks from photographers and fitness influencers who called out Jeffries' social media team for the amateurish editing. Despite the criticism, Jeffries has not addressed the controversy and has left the image up on his Instagram account. This incident follows Jeffries’ recent high-profile speech attempting to delay a House vote on a bill signed into law by President Donald Trump.