By John Q. Hosedrinker 
In response to Saturday’s nationwide “No Kings” protests, Donald Trump shared an AI-generated video on Truth Social depicting him as “King Trump” dropping what appeared to be fecal matter onto protesters. The video, set to “Danger Zone,” showed Trump in a fighter jet labeled “King Trump.” Accompanying this was another post, originally from VP JD Vance, where Trump is shown placing a crown on his head and drawing a sword. Additionally, the official White House account contributed to the response with a post featuring Trump and Vance wearing crowns.
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Trump Responds to No Kings: AI Video of ‘King Trump’ Jet Dumps Brown Liquid on Protestors
So, the whole “No Kings” thing really got under someone’s skin, huh? What else can one say after seeing the AI video? It seems like it hit a nerve, and the response was…well, let’s just say it was “on brand.” We’re talking about the former president, Donald Trump, taking to the digital playground with a series of AI-generated videos depicting himself as a crowned king, riding a jet, and…well, let’s call it “releasing a brown substance” on protestors. The whole thing reeks of the kind of edgy, online trolling you’d expect from a teenager on 4chan. But the fact that this is coming from a former leader of a global superpower…it’s bizarre, to say the least.
The contrast here is striking. Remember when Obama was criticized for wearing a helmet while riding a bike, with some conservatives decrying it as “undignified?” Now, we have a former president openly embracing the role of a monarch, albeit through the lens of AI. This is a deliberate escalation, a direct challenge to the very idea of democratic principles. The “King Trump” persona isn’t just about trolling; it’s a statement. It’s an assertion of power, a declaration that he doesn’t care about decorum or respect. The reaction feels like the digital equivalent of a temper tantrum.
It’s tempting to dismiss this as just another day in the wild world of internet politics. But the implications are far more serious. This isn’t a slip-up; it’s a strategy. It’s designed to provoke, to enrage, to draw attention. The “brown liquid” imagery is particularly telling. It’s crude, yes, but it’s also meant to be deeply offensive. Some have referenced it as a “Golgonthan,” a demon made of feces from the film *Dogma*. This imagery, intentionally or not, evokes a sense of disgust and contempt directed toward anyone who dares to disagree.
This isn’t just about the AI video itself, it’s about the broader context. Trump’s actions are often described as shitposting. Some people find it funny; others find it appalling. But regardless of your personal stance, the point is that this type of behavior has become normalized. The presidency, once a symbol of gravitas and statesmanship, has been reduced to a platform for online provocations. And frankly, it’s embarrassing. It’s the kind of thing that makes you want to crawl under a rock when other countries are looking.
The reactions from the public have been swift and varied. Some of Trump’s supporters probably find it hilarious, further fueling the idea that they are “owning the libs.” Others, especially those critical of Trump’s presidency, see it as yet another example of his immaturity and lack of fitness for office. The silence from Republican leaders, as evidenced by Speaker Johnson’s response to the video, is deafening. How can one not address this kind of obvious, intentionally provocative action? It’s a sign of complicity, a tacit approval of behavior that would have been unthinkable just a few years ago.
The implications for the future are troubling. The normalization of this kind of behavior erodes trust in institutions and fuels further political polarization. It undermines the very foundations of democracy by encouraging contempt for opposing viewpoints. This kind of attitude is the antithesis of a productive, civil society. The idea that a president would actively try to offend his own citizens is truly something else.
This whole situation makes the 25th Amendment feel like an idea whose time has come. It makes one ponder what other ridiculous situations will be created. The video itself seems like an attempt to scare protesters. But the irony is that it may have the opposite effect, galvanizing opposition and fueling future protests. This kind of blatant disregard for the office he once held, and for the people he was sworn to represent, just fuels the flames.
The whole thing seems like a desperate cry for attention. If the focus was to increase voter participation or to take steps for the future, the action might be understood. But the focus seems to be on self-aggrandizement. The oxygen mask on the jet is a joke. It’s a reminder of a man out of touch, more interested in playing the victim than addressing the very real issues facing the nation. It’s the kind of stunt that might amuse a small segment of the population but ultimately serves to damage the reputation of the United States. And the worst thing about it is that it probably all went as planned.