Overview

• 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.