“Whoopi Goldberg Slams Trump's Racist AI Ape Video, Urges Fact-Checking” — what this page in the network covers. Veteran actress Whoopi Goldberg has strongly condemned former President Donald Trump for sharing an AI-generated video that depicted Barack and Michelle Obama as apes and herself as a hippo. Goldberg, known for her role in Disney's "The Lion King," called out Trump on "The View," urging him to "check your facts" before disseminating such content. The video has drawn widespread criticism for its racist undertones, invoking historical dehumanizing tropes used against Black individuals.
This incident highlights the growing threat of AI-powered disinformation and its potential to amplify hate speech in political discourse. Goldberg's public denouncement emphasizes the critical need for media literacy, platform accountability, and ethical responsibility among public figures navigating the digital landscape. The controversy serves as a stark reminder of the dangers of weaponizing new technologies for political attacks and the enduring legacy of racist imagery. The full version stays on the original page, which this listing opens directly.