White House trolls Democrat-supporting Jon Hamm by using viral meme to praise Trump
A viral video featuring actor Jon Hamm has been used in a White House advertisement promoting Donald Trump. The clip, which includes a scene from Hamm’s 1998 film Your Friends and Neighbors, was posted online with a political message. Despite Hamm’s long-standing support for Democratic candidates, the unauthorised use of his image has drawn attention.
The 20-second video begins with Hamm dancing euphorically in a nightclub, set to Kato’s song Turn the Lights Off. Above his head, text reads: 'When someone says America is the hottest country anywhere in the world.' The scene then shifts to an outline of the White House and the U.S. flag, accompanied by the caption 'The White House. Donald J. Trump.' A final message appears: 'ALL WE NEEDED WAS A NEW PRESIDENT.'
The clip has already been viewed over one million times since its release. Hamm, known for his Democratic endorsements, has previously backed figures like Barack Obama, Hillary Clinton, and Adam Schiff. This is not the first time a celebrity has been featured in a Trump-related ad without permission—pop star Sabrina Carpenter previously criticised the use of her music in a similar video. Hamm has not yet publicly responded to the unauthorised use of his image in the Trump campaign material.
The video’s widespread circulation highlights the ongoing practice of using celebrity imagery in political messaging without consent. Hamm’s inclusion follows a pattern of unauthorised endorsements, raising questions about the boundaries of campaign advertising. The clip remains online, continuing to attract views and reactions.
