No Firing, No Punishment? Trump Stands by Staffer After 'Racist' Obama Ape Post

President Donald Trump says he has not fired or disciplined the staffer who posted a racist AI-generated video depicting Barack and Michelle Obama. The clip was later deleted following backlash, including criticism from Republican lawmakers. Despite calls for accountability, Trump confirmed no action has been taken. The White House has dismissed the controversy as “fake outrage.” Here’s what Trump said, and what this means moving forward.