White House Calls Altered Photo of Minnesota Protester a Meme

The White House defended its digitally altered photo of Minnesota protester Nekima Levy Armstrong, labeling it a “meme” despite backlash from her attorney, Jordan Kushner, who criticized the alteration as unprofessional and reminiscent of fascist propaganda. The controversy arose after Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem shared an image of Armstrong’s arrest, which showed her with a neutral expression, while the White House later posted a version depicting her in tears. Kushner argued that the government’s actions aimed to sensationalize the case, stating Armstrong remained dignified during her arrest. The incident has sparked debate over the manipulation of images by authorities and its implications for public perception.

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