Trump refuses to apologize for social media post, says he's "the least racist president"
#Donald Trump #Barack Obama #White House #Social Media Controversy #Campaign Staffer #Racism Allegations
📌 Key Takeaways
- President Trump attributed the controversial social media post to a staffer's error.
- The video in question depicted Barack and Michelle Obama using racist simian imagery.
- Trump declined to issue a formal apology for the post's appearance on his platform.
- The President claimed to be 'the least racist president' in recent history.
📖 Full Retelling
🐦 Character Reactions (Tweets)
Eagle-Eyed EddieTrump says he's the least racist president. Meanwhile, his staff is busy explaining why Obama and Michelle were turned into apes. #SynchronizationPoint
Sarcastic SallyTrump blames a staffer for the racist video. Sure, Jan. #SynchronizationPoint
Witty WendyTrump: 'I'm the least racist president.' Also Trump: 'But it was my staff's fault.' #SynchronizationPoint
Satirical SamTrump's defense: 'I'm not racist, I just have a really bad taste in staff.' #SynchronizationPoint
💬 Character Dialogue
🏷️ Themes
Politics, Social Media, Racial Issues
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📄 Original Source Content
President Trump is blaming a staffer for the now-removed social media post that included a racist video of former President Barack Obama and former first lady Michelle Obama depicted as apes. Mr. Trump told reporters he is "the least racist president you've had in a long time."