On September 3, 2025, President Donald Trump claimed a viral video showing bags being thrown out of a White House window was AI-generated, despite White House officials confirming a contractor was responsible. He dismissed the footage as fake during a press conference, insisting the windows are heavily armored and bulletproof. The video surfaced Monday, sparking widespread speculation about its authenticity.
- Trump claims video is AI-generated fake.
- White House confirms contractor threw objects out window.
- Video shows bags being thrown from White House window.
- Trump disputes window security, says windows are bullet-proof.
- Trump jokes about blaming AI for bad incidents.
During the press event, Trump said he hadn’t seen the video but argued it was fake, claiming the windows are sealed and cannot be opened. White House officials told Time that a contractor was throwing objects out during routine maintenance while the President was away. Trump also joked that if something serious happens, people should blame AI technology.
- White House confirmed objects were thrown by a contractor during maintenance.
- Trump dismissed the video as AI-generated, despite evidence to the contrary.
- The video caused public speculation about security and transparency.
- This incident underscores rising concerns over AI and misinformation in politics.
The controversy emphasizes the importance of verifying digital content and understanding AI’s role in shaping perceptions. The White House’s response aims to clarify the incident amid ongoing debates about misinformation.
Further investigation and official statements are expected to address the incident’s details and implications for security and information integrity.
