Trump Shares Shocking AI Video of Obama Arrest, Internet Erupts with Speculation and Outrage
Former President Donald Trump posted a highly realistic AI-generated deepfake video on his platform, Truth Social, showing law enforcement officers arresting President Barack Obama. The video quickly went viral across social media platforms like TikTok, Twitter, and Facebook, sparking confusion, debates, and urgent fact-checking.
With no caption or explanation, many viewers struggled to determine if the video was satire, a serious claim, or something more dangerous. This deepfake raised alarms among media ethicists and legal experts about the risks of AI-manipulated content, especially during a sensitive election season.
Such videos can spread misinformation rapidly, undermining public trust and democratic processes. While some…
