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White House shares 'ASMR' video deporting immigrants in chains, handcuffs

The White House has shared a controversial video on X titled "ASMR: Illegal Alien Deportation Flight." The video features close-ups of chains and cuffs laid out on the tarmac, with detainees walking with their hands and ankles bound. This move appears to mirror tactics typically used by Democrats, as the Trump administration attempts to capitalize on TikTok trends to appear more relatable. The use of "ASMR" in the title, which typically refers to calming sounds that trigger pleasant sensations, highlights the disturbing nature of the video. It not only dehumanizes immigrants through the imagery of chains but also belittles life-changing decisions, framing their deportation as something that brings pleasure or satisfaction.