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Trump Praises American Eagle Jeans Ad After Learning Sweeney Is a Republican

Corporate defense of the campaign coupled with White House backing has propelled American Eagle’s shares higher despite debate over its alleged eugenic messaging.

Overview

  • President Trump praised the ad after learning Sweeney is a Republican, declaring it “fantastic” on Aug. 3 and dubbing it the “HOTTEST” ad on Truth Social.
  • American Eagle Outfitters has refused to pull the “Sydney Sweeney Has Great Jeans” campaign, insisting it was always about celebrating denim inclusivity.
  • White House Communications Director Steven Cheung and Vice President JD Vance publicly defended the ad, framing criticism as “cancel culture run amok” and hailing Sweeney as an “all-American beautiful woman.”
  • Critics claim the wordplay on “genes” versus “jeans” echoes eugenic language, prompting widespread debate over beauty standards and racial implications.
  • Sweeney has offered no public comment on the controversy or her party affiliation as American Eagle’s stock trades more than 20% above pre-launch levels.