The newly surfaced video of Alex Pretti's confrontation with Border Patrol agents has left many scratching their heads, wondering how a seemingly straightforward incident could lead to such vitriolic responses. A 37-year-old protester was seen kicking out the taillight of an ICE vehicle just 11 days before being shot dead by federal officers.
In what can only be described as a bizarre display of cognitive dissonance, right-wing influencers immediately seized upon Pretti's actions to absolve Border Patrol agents of any wrongdoing. Megyn Kelly took it upon herself to declare the protester "victimizing" Border Patrol and advised left-leaning supporters to find another poster boy – essentially shifting the blame onto Pretti.
Meanwhile, President Donald Trump weighed in with his signature bombast, labeling Pretti an "agitator and perhaps insurrectionist." It's worth noting that this characterization carries little weight when considering Pretti's prior conduct. In fact, it's essential to separate Pretti's actions from the legitimate concerns surrounding his killing. The punishment for kicking a government SUV is not summary execution; human lives are at stake.
The most striking aspect of the situation, however, lies in how some liberals responded to the footage. Rather than scrutinizing Pretti's prior conduct, many opted to deny its relevance, essentially claiming that the video was somehow "AI-generated." This claim spread rapidly on social media platforms like X, Bluesky, and TikTok – despite being quickly debunked by news outlets.
This phenomenon highlights a concerning trend: the erosion of fact-checking in contemporary politics. As President Trump continues to wage war against objective reality, it's becoming increasingly difficult for Americans to discern truth from falsehood. The proliferation of deepfakes and disinformation is further exacerbating this problem.
In response, some liberal commentators felt compelled to declare Pretti's video "AI" – a move that undermines the authority of recorded evidence. This was not only irresponsible but also counterproductive. By dismissing the footage without solid evidence, liberals effectively ceded ground to Trump's mendacious narrative.
The president has long been adept at spinning disinformation; his lies have become an exception rather than the norm. In his first term alone, he made over 30,000 false or misleading statements – from petty whoppers about crowd sizes to grave fictions about election legitimacy.
As we navigate this treacherous landscape of propaganda and self-deception, it's essential to prioritize fact-checking and intellectual honesty. By resisting the temptation to "cry deepfake," liberals can preserve a shared reality that's grounded in verifiable evidence. In doing so, they'll be better equipped to constrain Trump's capacity for mendacity – even if only by a fraction.
Ultimately, this isn't about being the victim of "deepfakes" but rather recognizing the importance of preserving our collective sanity amidst the chaos. It's time for liberals to reclaim their intellectual curiosity and reject the allure of convenient narratives at the expense of reality-based politics.
In what can only be described as a bizarre display of cognitive dissonance, right-wing influencers immediately seized upon Pretti's actions to absolve Border Patrol agents of any wrongdoing. Megyn Kelly took it upon herself to declare the protester "victimizing" Border Patrol and advised left-leaning supporters to find another poster boy – essentially shifting the blame onto Pretti.
Meanwhile, President Donald Trump weighed in with his signature bombast, labeling Pretti an "agitator and perhaps insurrectionist." It's worth noting that this characterization carries little weight when considering Pretti's prior conduct. In fact, it's essential to separate Pretti's actions from the legitimate concerns surrounding his killing. The punishment for kicking a government SUV is not summary execution; human lives are at stake.
The most striking aspect of the situation, however, lies in how some liberals responded to the footage. Rather than scrutinizing Pretti's prior conduct, many opted to deny its relevance, essentially claiming that the video was somehow "AI-generated." This claim spread rapidly on social media platforms like X, Bluesky, and TikTok – despite being quickly debunked by news outlets.
This phenomenon highlights a concerning trend: the erosion of fact-checking in contemporary politics. As President Trump continues to wage war against objective reality, it's becoming increasingly difficult for Americans to discern truth from falsehood. The proliferation of deepfakes and disinformation is further exacerbating this problem.
In response, some liberal commentators felt compelled to declare Pretti's video "AI" – a move that undermines the authority of recorded evidence. This was not only irresponsible but also counterproductive. By dismissing the footage without solid evidence, liberals effectively ceded ground to Trump's mendacious narrative.
The president has long been adept at spinning disinformation; his lies have become an exception rather than the norm. In his first term alone, he made over 30,000 false or misleading statements – from petty whoppers about crowd sizes to grave fictions about election legitimacy.
As we navigate this treacherous landscape of propaganda and self-deception, it's essential to prioritize fact-checking and intellectual honesty. By resisting the temptation to "cry deepfake," liberals can preserve a shared reality that's grounded in verifiable evidence. In doing so, they'll be better equipped to constrain Trump's capacity for mendacity – even if only by a fraction.
Ultimately, this isn't about being the victim of "deepfakes" but rather recognizing the importance of preserving our collective sanity amidst the chaos. It's time for liberals to reclaim their intellectual curiosity and reject the allure of convenient narratives at the expense of reality-based politics.
I'm so done with these people, it's like they're trying to make a mockery out of everything. First Alex Pretti gets killed by Border Patrol and suddenly he's the bad guy? Give me a break 
. And then Megyn Kelly has the nerve to say he was "victimizing" them? What is wrong with some people? 
. Like, come on guys, you can't just deny reality because it's uncomfortable 
. And now liberals are doing it too? It's like we're all losing our minds 
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. Well, I've got news for them: we can see through all this BS 
. We just need to keep pushing back against it and demanding better 
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. It's like they're above the law or something 
. But we can't let that happen, we need to hold them accountable for their actions 
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. You can see both sides of the story, I think the protesters are trying to make a point about immigration, but they're not thinking it through. It's like when you and your friends are having a disagreement, but one person gets too upset and does something crazy 
. And then President Trump comes in with his usual bombast... ugh 
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. That's just irresponsible, you know? We need to fact-check stuff and be honest about what we see 
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. It's time for us all to take responsibility for what we believe in and not just follow the crowd 
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It's so easy to get caught up in the drama and forget what really matters – facts! 
like they're AI-generated! The whole Alex Pretti thing is still super murky, but we gotta stop playing dumb when it comes to the facts 
. Fact-checking is key, fam 
. We can't just ignore the footage and assume it's fake because it doesn't fit our narrative 
. Can't let Trump get away with it! 
#FactsMatter #TruthToPower #StopTheDeceit
. And then there are these deepfakes claims going around? Like, what even is that? 
. And on the other side, some liberals are just accepting these deepfakes claims without questioning it? That's not how fact-checking works 
