Trump shares wild AI video of him filling DC reflecting pool with tears
Former U.S. President Donald Trump shared an AI-generated video on Truth Social depicting him filling the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool with human tears, referencing a viral 2017 inauguration protest video. The post came as workers began refilling the pool after a $14.8 million renovation project, criticized for no-bid contracts and incomplete repairs, while Trump continues to promote infrastructure changes in Washington D.C." "article": "Donald Trump posted a six-second AI video on Truth Social on Thursday evening showing himself refilling the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool with tears from a tank connected to a hose. The clip references the widely shared 'Liberal Crying Woman' video from his 2017 inauguration, where a protester in a green jacket was seen screaming during his speech. Truth Social users responded enthusiastically, with some praising the president’s humor and others joking about the video’s potential scientific breakthroughs. The video appeared as workers began refilling the pool following a renovation project announced by Trump in April. The administration awarded a no-bid contract to a longtime contractor, described as Trump’s 'pool guy,' to complete the work ahead of the 250th anniversary celebrations. Despite Trump’s estimate of a $2 million cost, federal records show contracts totaling at least $14.8 million, though the repairs do not address underlying plumbing issues that could lead to algae growth. The White House shared photos of the refilling process on X, claiming the pool was 'reflecting' better than ever. A court filing indicated the pool would be filled by Sunday, part of broader changes Trump has made to Washington D.C., including paving over the Rose Garden and planning a 250-foot victory arch near the Potomac. Trump’s use of AI-generated content on Truth Social has become a recurring theme, with previous posts featuring synthetic depictions of political rivals and himself in exaggerated scenarios. Critics have questioned the ethics of such content, while supporters continue to engage with it as a form of political messaging. The Reflecting Pool project itself has drawn scrutiny over its cost, contract awards, and whether it fully restores the landmark’s functionality.
Donald Trump posted a six-second AI video on Truth Social on Thursday evening showing himself refilling the Lincoln Memorial Reflecting Pool with tears from a tank connected to a hose. The clip references the widely shared 'Liberal Crying Woman' video from his 2017 inauguration, where a protester in a green jacket was seen screaming during his speech. Truth Social users responded enthusiastically, with some praising the president’s humor and others joking about the video’s potential scientific breakthroughs. The video appeared as workers began refilling the pool following a renovation project announced by Trump in April. The administration awarded a no-bid contract to a longtime contractor, described as Trump’s 'pool guy,' to complete the work ahead of the 250th anniversary celebrations. Despite Trump’s estimate of a $2 million cost, federal records show contracts totaling at least $14.8 million, though the repairs do not address underlying plumbing issues that could lead to algae growth. The White House shared photos of the refilling process on X, claiming the pool was 'reflecting' better than ever. A court filing indicated the pool would be filled by Sunday, part of broader changes Trump has made to Washington D.C., including paving over the Rose Garden and planning a 250-foot victory arch near the Potomac. Trump’s use of AI-generated content on Truth Social has become a recurring theme, with previous posts featuring synthetic depictions of political rivals and himself in exaggerated scenarios. Critics have questioned the ethics of such content, while supporters continue to engage with it as a form of political messaging. The Reflecting Pool project itself has drawn scrutiny over its cost, contract awards, and whether it fully restores the landmark’s functionality.
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