Trump sparks outrage with ‘vi:le’ video on Truth Social showing Obamas as simians

A post shared on Truth Social by former President Donald Trump has caused controversy for featuring an edited video portraying Barack and Michelle Obama as monkeys.

The video, originally from the Patriot News Outlet, discusses claims about voting technology in the 2020 election, which Trump has alleged was rigged without evidence.

Social media users criticized the video, calling it racist and offensive. Critics condemned the post, labeling it as vile and a new low, with some of Trump's past supporters expressing regret.

Some defended the post, supporting Trump and reiterating concerns about election integrity. The White House responded to the backlash, dismissing it as fake outrage.

Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt described the video as an internet meme showing Trump as the "King of the Jungle" and Democrats as characters from The Lion King. She urged media to focus on more relevant issues.

In the 2020 election, Joe Biden won with about 51.3% of the vote, defeating Trump, who had slightly less nationwide support.