Donald Trump Makes ‘Disturbing’ Statement Comparing ‘Hot’ Sydney Sweeney And ‘Not Hot’ Taylor Swift
Former President Donald Trump recently waded into the controversy surrounding actress Sydney Sweeney’s American Eagle ad campaign. The ad, which played on the wordplay “genes” vs. “jeans,” faced backlash for allegedly promoting eugenic ideals by highlighting Sweeney’s blonde hair, blue eyes, and slim figure.
American Eagle defended the campaign as a celebration of style and inclusivity, stating, “Great jeans look good on everyone.” However, critics argued the imagery subtly glorified certain inherited traits, sparking a heated cultural debate.
Conservative figures rushed to Sweeney’s defense. J.D. Vance dismissed critics as “hysterical,” while Trump’s White House Communications Director, Stephen Cheung, blamed “cancel culture.” Meanwhile, social media erupted, with some accusing the ad of problematic messaging and others praising its fashion-forward approach.
The controversy deepened when public records revealed Sweeney had registered as a Republican in Florida in 2024. Though her team stayed silent, the discovery fueled speculation about her political leanings—especially after past scrutiny over conservative-themed imagery at a family event.
Trump only weighed in after learning of Sweeney’s GOP affiliation. On Truth Social, he praised her ad as “the hottest” and took a swipe at Taylor Swift, declaring, “Being WOKE is for losers, being Republican is what you want to be.”
Media outlets framed Trump’s post as part of his ongoing feud with Swift, while Fox News amplified the discussion. Fashion analysts debated whether the ad carried ideological undertones or was simply a denim campaign.
Through it all, Sweeney has remained silent, leaving the public to dissect the collision of celebrity, politics, and marketing. American Eagle insists the campaign was never political—but in today’s polarized climate, even jeans can spark a culture war.
