In a recent opinion editorial for RedState, Bob Hoge delves into the viral video of pop star Selena Gomez, who was seen crying over the Trump administration's immigration policies.
The video, which has sparked widespread attention, showcases Gomez's emotional response to the administration's efforts to repatriate illegal immigrants, a stark contrast to the previous administration's more lenient stance under former President Joe Biden.
Hoge, while expressing no personal animosity towards Gomez, critiques the emotional display as emblematic of a broader issue among Hollywood celebrities. He notes, "the problem isnt just that its hard to watch; its that it represents much of what has gone wrong with so many Hollywood celebrities: they spout off in highly emotional diatribes when they have no idea what theyre talking about." According to Hoge, this tendency to react emotionally without a full understanding of the issues is a recurring theme among celebrities who often align with progressive viewpoints.
The editorial highlights the tragic cases of Kayla Hamilton, Jocelyn Nungaray, and Rachel Morin, who were murdered by illegal aliens. Hoge questions the absence of a similar emotional response from Gomez regarding these victims, pointing out, "ask yourself where you can find Selenas crying video about them. Hint: you cant, because it doesnt exist."
The piece also references the response from the Trump administration, particularly from Trump Border Czar Tom Homan, who addressed the viral video. Additionally, RedState's Brandon Morse describes the incident as exposing a "disgusting" aspect of the left, suggesting a disconnect between celebrity activism and the realities faced by American citizens affected by illegal immigration.
Hoge concludes with two observations: first, that Hollywood celebrities often engage in "hyper-emotional hot takes" on topics they are not well-versed in, leading to public disinterest in their opinions. He cites the ineffectiveness of celebrity endorsements for political campaigns as evidence of this trend. Second, he asserts that Trump has learned from his first term and is prepared to counter misleading narratives, as demonstrated by the administration's response to Gomez's video. "This ain't 2016," Hoge remarks, emphasizing the administration's readiness to challenge false narratives head-on.
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