The viral AI-generated video of Donald Trump kissing Elon Musk’s feet is a reminder of how quickly deepfakes can spread—especially when they involve high-profile figures. While this one leans toward satire, DeepID analysis identified evidence of manipulation, including two left feet—a telling glitch in AI-generated media. Despite the obvious flaws, the video’s rapid spread highlights how easily synthetic content can take on a life of its own, fueling online conversations and media coverage.

This underscores a growing challenge: as deepfake technology advances, even absurd content can become widely believed or repurposed in misleading ways. The key takeaway isn’t just that AI-generated media can be spotted but that detection and transparency are critical to helping audiences navigate an era where the line between real and artificial is increasingly blurred.