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Posted racist AI-generated video targeting Schumer and Jeffries

September 29, 2025

2
Level

Procedural Bypass

Founders' Principles Violated

Guardrails Violated

Why Level 2?

Disproportional escalation: Use of AI-generated video with racist stereotypes. Multiple guardrails bypassed: presidential norms, democratic discourse, equal protection. Measurable harm to democratic norms and respect for racial equality.

What Happened

Context

President Trump posted an AI-generated video on Truth Social on September 29, 2025 depicting Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer as anti-immigrant and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries wearing a sombrero with stereotypical features.

Action Taken

Posted AI-generated video on Truth Social on September 29, 2025 depicting Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer as anti-immigrant and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries wearing a sombrero with stereotypical features. The video used racist stereotypes and misinformation. Critics argued the video violated norms of presidential conduct and was deeply offensive. The video raised concerns about the use of AI-generated content for political attacks and racial stereotyping.

In His Own Words

"The video speaks for itself."

"Schumer and Jeffries are not who they claim to be."

"We need to expose the truth."

What's Wrong

Use of AI-generated video with racist stereotypes violates norms of presidential conduct and democratic discourse. The video was posted on official social media platform and raised concerns about racial stereotyping and misinformation. Critics argued the video was deeply offensive and undermined respect for democratic institutions and racial equality.

Impact

Institutional: Video violates norms of presidential conduct and democratic discourse. Political: Widespread outrage and condemnation from both parties. Operational: Video raised concerns about racial stereotyping and misinformation. Cultural: Undermines respect for racial equality and democratic institutions.

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