Trump Lauds Sydney Sweeney’s “HOTTEST” Ad, Slams Taylor Swift as “No Longer Hot”
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- Aug 4
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Updated: Aug 5
Washington, D.C. — August 4, 2025In a characteristic flurry of social media activity, President Donald Trump has ignited a firestorm of controversy by praising actress Sydney Sweeney’s American Eagle jeans campaign as the “HOTTEST ad out there” while taking a pointed jab at pop superstar Taylor Swift, declaring her “NO LONGER HOT” due to his public criticism. The remarks, posted on Truth Social Monday morning, have reignited debates over celebrity culture, political endorsements, and the influence of Trump’s rhetoric in shaping public discourse.
Trump’s comments center on Sweeney’s recent American Eagle advertisement, which has stirred significant backlash for its wordplay on “jeans” and “genes,” with critics accusing the campaign of promoting eugenic ideals. The ad features Sweeney, known for her roles in Euphoria and The White Lotus, stating, “Genes are passed down from parents to offspring, often determining traits like hair color, personality, and even eye color. My jeans are blue,” as the camera highlights her blue eyes. The campaign has been condemned by some as subtly endorsing selective breeding, with Harvard lecturer Erik Baker posting on X, “Our culture is absolutely cooked.” American Eagle defended the ad, insisting it “is and always was about the jeans,” emphasizing Sweeney’s personal story and confidence in their brand.
Trump, however, seized on Sweeney’s reported Republican voter registration in Florida, confirmed by public records in June 2024, to champion her as a “registered Republican” whose jeans are “flying off the shelves.” Speaking to reporters in Allentown, Pennsylvania, on Sunday, Trump expressed surprise and delight upon learning of Sweeney’s political affiliation, saying, “She’s a registered Republican? Ooh, now I love her ad… If Sydney Sweeney is a registered Republican, I think her ad is fantastic.” His Truth Social post doubled down, praising Sweeney while contrasting her campaign with what he called “WOKE” advertisements from brands like Jaguar and Bud Light, which he claimed led to corporate disasters. “The tide has seriously turned — Being WOKE is for losers, being Republican is what you want to be,” Trump wrote.
The president’s remarks took a sharp turn as he reignited his feud with Taylor Swift, whose endorsement of Vice President Kamala Harris in the 2024 election drew his ire. “Or just look at Woke singer Taylor Swift. Ever since I alerted the world as to what she was by saying on TRUTH that I can’t stand her (HATE!),” Trump posted, claiming Swift was “booed out of the Super Bowl and became, NO LONGER HOT.” The assertion lacks evidence, as Swift’s global popularity remains robust, with her ongoing Eras Tour breaking attendance records worldwide. Posts on X reflected polarized reactions, with some users like @CaliMAGABarbie
echoing Trump’s sentiment, writing, “Go woke, go broke,” while others, including
@realTuckFrumper, called Trump’s rant “unhinged.
”Sweeney’s ad has drawn support from conservative figures, including Vice President JD Vance, who described her as an “all-American beautiful woman” on the Ruthless podcast, and Senator Ted Cruz, who condemned the “crazy Left” for attacking her. Trump’s Communications Director Steven Cheung labeled the backlash “cancel culture run amok,” arguing it reflects why Americans voted for Trump in 2024. Meanwhile, critics like Northwestern University anthropology professor Shalini Shankar told CNN the ad aligns with “a white nationalist, MAGA-friendly identity,” intensifying the cultural divide.
The controversy underscores the fraught intersection of celebrity, politics, and advertising. While Sweeney has not publicly addressed the backlash, her visibility continues to soar, fueled by commercial tie-ins and her rising Hollywood profile. Trump’s comments, however, ensure the debate remains a lightning rod, with Swift’s fans and detractors alike taking to social media to amplify the clash. As one X user, @FarOutMag, noted, the president’s attack on Swift and defense of Sweeney highlights his knack for stoking cultural divides, leaving observers to wonder how this latest salvo will shape the ongoing discourse.
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