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White House Steals Seattle Journalist's Video
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In a moment of sharp irony, Meiselas reports that the Trump White House — which has spent years calling Seattle a war-torn shithole — stole footage shot by Seattle journalist Aaron Levine to produce pro-America promotional content around the World Cup. Meiselas cites commentator Matthew Fobb's observation: 'Maybe they should steal some paint for their pool instead.' The incident encapsulates the broader theme of the episode — Trump attacking the very people and places that make America worth celebrating, then trying to claim credit for their beauty when it becomes politically convenient.
The Trump White House stole video footage from Seattle journalist Aaron Levine to produce pro-America propaganda — despite Trump repeatedly calling Seattle a shithole city. The hypocrisy became an instant punchline.
The White House used video footage from Seattle journalist Aaron Levine without permission to promote America, even though Trump has repeatedly called Seattle a 'shithole city.'
