Former US President Donald Trump has ignited a firestorm of controversy after sharing an inflammatory video on his Truth Social platform that features a rap song with deeply racist lyrics, including the line: "any n****r we see, we gon' lynchin'".
The video, which was originally posted by a user known as "Slim Jesus' and later re-shared by Mr. Trump, depicts two men with their faces painted in black and white. It is set to a soundtrack that glorifies political violence against his perceived enemies.
Targets Political Adversaries
Lyrics in the song make direct threats towards figures who have investigated or prosecuted the former President, including Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis and Letitia James, the New York Attorney General. The video's aggressive tone and imagery have been widely interpreted as a dangerous incitement.
Widespread Condemnation and White House Response
The post has been met with swift and severe condemnation from civil rights groups, political opponents, and commentators. A spokesperson for the Biden White House labelled the video "racist and monstrous," stating it has no place in American politics.
This incident is not the first time Mr. Trump has been accused of using racially charged language. Critics have drawn parallels to his past rhetoric, which they argue fuels division and hatred.
A Pattern of Provocative Posts
Mr. Trump's activity on Truth Social has become a primary channel for his political communication, often bypassing traditional media. His posts frequently test the boundaries of political discourse, but this latest share is considered by many to be a new low, invoking the darkest chapters of America's history of racial violence.
The sharing of this video is expected to further polarise public opinion as the United States moves closer to the next presidential election.
