In a bizarre move on Star Wars Day, The White House posted an AI-generated image of President Donald Trump wielding a red Sith lightsaber — a symbol typically associated with villains in the Star Wars universe. The post was shared along with a caption that appears to deepen political division rather than celebrate the occasion.
The full message reads:
“Happy May the 4th to all, including the Radical Left Lunatics who are fighting so hard to bring Sith Lords, Murderers, Drug Lords, Dangerous Prisoners, & well known MS-13 Gang Members, back into our Galaxy. You’re not the Rebellion—you’re the Empire.
May the 4th be with you.”
While May 4th is widely recognised as “Star Wars Day” — a light-hearted celebration of the beloved sci-fi franchise — many observers were left stunned by the tone and imagery of the post. Critics are asking whether the account was hacked or whether this truly reflects the communication strategy of the current U.S. leadership. Either way, the response from many has been the same: “What a circus the United States has become.”
Adding to the confusion is the irony embedded in the AI-generated image. While the post attempts to frame Trump as the hero, he is shown holding a red lightsaber — traditionally the weapon of the Sith, representing the Dark Side. It’s an awkward contradiction that suggests either a lack of understanding of Star Wars lore or a poorly thought-out use of AI.
Whether it was meant to be satirical, symbolic, or simply another attempt to provoke, one thing is clear: the blending of political messaging with fictional space villains is raising eyebrows — and reinforcing growing concerns about the tone of political discourse in the U.S.
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