An AI-generated video parody featuring US President Donald Trump and pop star Taylor Swift recently went viral on X, sparking widespread attention. The video, titled “Trump Story,” is a comedic take on Swift’s hit song “Love Story” and shows Trump singing while playing guitar, with Swift listening. It also features AI-generated scenes, such as Swift appearing at the White House and participating in a Trump rally while wearing a red “Make America Great Again” hat. The clip has gained 17.6 million views and even prompted Elon Musk, the owner of X, to share it with a laughing emoji.
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Originally posted by X user JonC Memes, the video gained rapid traction, captivating audiences with its satirical portrayal of the duo. The use of AI technology to create the video, especially the scenes that juxtapose Swift’s political involvement with Trump, has been met with both amusement and concern.
Taylor Swift has been vocal about her political activism in the past, endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris in 2020. She’s continued to use her platform to speak on civic issues. Recently, Swift addressed a similar AI-generated incident, where an AI-created image falsely depicted her endorsing Donald Trump. She shared her concerns about the potential dangers of AI and misinformation, saying, “It really conjured up my fears around AI, and the dangers of spreading misinformation. It brought me to the conclusion that I need to be very transparent about my actual plans for this election as a voter. The simplest way to combat misinformation is with the truth.”
Clarifying her position ahead of the 2024 Presidential Election, Swift announced, “I will be casting my vote for Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in the 2024 Presidential Election. I’m voting for @kamalaharris because she fights for the rights and causes I believe need a warrior to champion them. I think she is a steady-handed, gifted leader and I believe we can accomplish so much more in this country if we are led by calm and not chaos.” Swift also expressed her support for Tim Walz, emphasizing his long-standing advocacy for LGBTQ+ rights, IVF, and women’s rights.
