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“Clown Show”: Obama Attacks Trump After Monkeys Video

Published February 15, 2026, 09:14
“Clown Show”: Obama Attacks Trump After Monkeys Video

Former US President Barack Obama strongly condemned Donald Trump for reposting a racist video on social media depicting him and his wife Michelle as monkeys. Obama characterized the political discourse in the US as a “clown show” and expressed regret that behaviors that would once have been considered unthinkable no longer shame some politicians. Obama avoided directly mentioning the video or Trump, but emphasized that the majority of Americans find such behavior problematic. He expressed concern about the lack of dignity and respect for office demonstrated by some politicians. The video sparked unanimous condemnation, even from Republicans. Trump initially dismissed the criticism, claiming he did not see the entire video and that a member of his staff was responsible for reposting it. Obama and Trump have a long history of public disagreements, with Trump continuing to criticize him even after leaving office, often using derogatory terms and conspiracy theories.