The official accounts of the White House published this Sunday an image generated by artificial intelligence of Donald Trump as a muscular Jedi to celebrate Star Wars Day.
The message says: "Happy May 4th to everyone, including the radical left lunatics who are fighting so hard to bring back to our galaxy the Sith Lords, Assassins, Drug Lords, Dangerous Prisoners, and known MS-13 gang members."
Immediately after, he states: "You are not the Rebellion, you are the Empire. May the Force be with you." This last phrase (in Spanish Que la fuerza los acompañe) is used by characters in the fictional universe of Star Wars, created by George Lucas.
Aunque el post se refiere a los oponentes políticos de Trump como "Señores Sith", los malhechores del universo de Star Wars, el the laser beam of the image is red, que tradicionalmente solo utilizan los malos del "lado oscuro" como Darth Vader. El lado luminoso de la fuerza casi siempre utiliza sables azules o verdes, salvo contadas excepciones.
May 4th is colloquially known as Star Wars Day among fans of the franchise. To celebrate the day, it is common practice to say "May the 4th be with you", which is a play on the iconic line from Star Wars, "may the Force be with you".
This day was adopted by the fans in the years following the release of A New Hope in 1977. One of the earliest references to this day in the media was in a British political advertisement.
After Margaret Thatcher's election, the Conservative Party of the United Kingdom used the phrase May the Fourth be with you (May the Fourth be with you) in an announcement honoring the day of her victory.
This is not the first time the White House's social media has shared AI-generated representations of President Trump. On Saturday.
A few days ago, an image of Trump as the Pope was published, just weeks after the death of Francisco on April 21.
In the image, he is depicted as the Supreme Pontiff, sitting on a golden throne, dressed in the traditional white cassock and papal zucchetto.
The image, even replicated from the official account of the White House, was interpreted as a mockery of the ecclesiastical process that will begin next May 7 at the Vatican, where 119 cardinals will elect the new leader of the Catholic Church.
The gesture came just hours after the president publicly stated that "he would like to be Pope," referring to the process of selecting the new leader of the Catholic Church, which will begin on May 7 in the Vatican.
Criticism arrived quickly. “It’s an impious provocation,” stated on X the account Republicans Against Trump, adding: “A convicted felon, who deceived his wife with a porn star, mocking Catholic faith is an insult to millions.”
Frequently Asked Questions about Trump’s Posts and the Use of AI in the White House
Why did the White House publish an image of Trump as a Jedi?
The White House released the image to celebrate Star Wars Day on May 4th. This date is known among fans of the franchise as "May the 4th be with you," a play on the iconic phrase "May the Force be with you." The AI-generated image depicts Donald Trump dressed as a Jedi, although wielding a red lightsaber, typical of villains in the Star Wars universe.
What message did the White House convey with the release of Jedi Trump?
The message associated Trump's political opponents with the villains of the Star Wars universe, the Sith Lords. In the message, Trump addressed the "radical left" and compared them to the Empire, the antagonistic group in the Star Wars saga. This type of rhetoric has been a constant in Trump's posts, as he seeks to delegitimize his adversaries through references to popular cultural elements.
How has the White House used artificial intelligence in previous publications?
The White House has used AI to create provocative images of Trump in various contexts. A recent example is the publication of an image of Trump as the Pope, which coincided with the process of electing a new pontiff following Francis's death. These types of representations have been criticized for their mocking tone and for trivializing significant events and figures on the international stage.
What reactions has the use of AI by the White House in its publications generated?
The posts have generated criticism for their provocative and derogatory tone. While some of Trump's supporters applaud his irreverent style, others find it offensive and inappropriate for a political leader. The AI-generated images have been seen as a strategy by Trump to divert attention from more serious issues and maintain his presence in the media.
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