Donald Trump Jr. Sparks Controversy With AI Parody Amid Racism Claims Against American Eagle Ad

Donald Trump Jr. posted an AI-generated image of President Donald Trump in a denim outfit, parodying Sydney Sweeney's controversial American Eagle ad campaign that faced backlash for alleged racist and eugenic undertones. The campaign's wordplay on "great jeans" and "good genes" sparked accusations of promoting white supremacy, leading to a cultural debate with activists condemning it as a "love letter to white nationalism." Trump Jr.'s post, captioned "That Hanse.... Um, Donald is so hot right now!!!" referencing the movie Zoolander, drew widespread criticism and mockery online. Conservative figures like Senator Ted Cruz and Trump's communications director Steven Cheung defended the campaign and criticized the backlash as "cancel culture" and liberal overreach, highlighting ongoing political polarization. The American Eagle CEO's family reportedly has ties to the Trump Mar-a-Lago resort, adding another layer to the controversy. The incident also revived discussions about the Trump family's history of uncomfortable public comments, amplifying the social media reaction.