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Controversy Erupts Over Trump's Sneaker Line and Voter Influence Claims

Critics slam Fox News pundit's remarks on Trump's sneakers winning Black votes as racially insensitive and simplistic, amid backlash and misinformation concerns.

  • Former NBA star Lou Williams and radio host Charlamagne Tha God criticize the notion that Donald Trump's $399 'Never Surrender' sneakers will win over Black voters.
  • Fox News pundit Raymond Arroyo's comments suggesting Black people would vote for Trump because of his sneaker line have sparked widespread backlash and accusations of racism.
  • Investigations reveal potential manipulation by AI-generated 'bot' accounts posing as Black Trump supporters online, raising concerns about misinformation.
  • Critics, including former RNC Chair Michael Steele, denounce the sneaker strategy as simplistic and offensive, highlighting the need for genuine political engagement with Black communities.
  • Despite the controversy, the limited edition Trump sneakers have sold out, but experts and commentators doubt they will significantly impact Black voter support in the upcoming election.
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