Donald Trump uploaded a 23‑second AI‑generated clip on his Truth Social account on May 27, 2026, showing him wrestling with a massive Amur tiger near the entrance of Yorkshire National Park.
The tiger, the same animal that mauled a 41‑year‑old visitor to the park on May 26, is shown in the original footage that went viral on social media before police urged people to refrain from sharing it.
In the AI clip, Trump mimics the original scene: he points at the tiger, the animal lurches, then the two engage in a staged confrontation that ends with Trump hugging the beast and laughing to the tune of "The Lion Sleeps Tonight."
The post has ignited a firestorm online. Users on X labeled the video disrespectful, calling Trump "mentally unwell" and accusing him of trivializing a tragedy that left a grieving family and the public shocked.
Yorkshire National Park officials confirmed the park will remain closed for a fifth consecutive day, citing safety reviews and the need to honour the victim. The park plans to reopen on June 2, 2026, after a comprehensive safety audit.
The incident has drawn scrutiny from animal‑rights groups and political commentators, who argue that the president’s use of AI‑generated content to reference a real‑life death risks further erosion of public trust in government messaging.