Hakeem Jeffries Denounces Racist Trump Deepfake Video

Source: Hakeem Jeffries slams ‘racist and fake’ video posted by Trump - Live Updates (2025-10-01)

House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries condemned a racist deepfake video featuring former President Donald Trump, calling it a dangerous and disturbing act of misinformation. The video, which appeared to depict Trump making racist remarks, was circulated online, prompting Jeffries to emphasize the importance of verifying information and resisting the spread of false content that can incite division and hatred. Jeffries urged social media platforms to take swift action against such deepfakes and emphasized the need for increased awareness and digital literacy among the public. He highlighted the threat these manipulated videos pose to political discourse and social cohesion, reaffirming his commitment to combating misinformation and promoting responsible communication in the digital age.

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