Obama Responds to Trump’s AI Ape Video, Urges Decency Over Distraction

Obama reacted to a Trump‑posted AI video depicting him and Michelle as apes, saying that most Americans find the behavior deeply troubling and lamenting a loss of decency amid a distracting ‘clown show’ on social media and TV. The post drew backlash and was taken down after about 12 hours; the White House initially framed it as an internet meme and later faulted a staffer, while Trump claimed he hadn’t reviewed the video’s ending and had it posted by an aide.