Sun Apr 06 04:19:56 UTC 2025: ## White House Deportation Video Sparks Outrage
**Washington D.C.** – A White House video depicting the deportation of immigrants, set to the upbeat pop song “Na Na Hey Hey (Kiss Him Goodbye)” by Bananarama, has ignited a firestorm of criticism on social media. The video, posted on the official White House X account, shows migrants being processed for deportation, with the caption mimicking the song’s lyrics: “Na na na na, na na na na, hey hey, goodbye.”
The seemingly celebratory tone of the post has drawn widespread condemnation, with users accusing the Trump administration of dehumanizing vulnerable individuals. Comments ranged from calling the video “ghoulish” and “sociopathic” to accusations of state-sponsored dehumanization and weaponizing suffering. Many critics described the use of the music as mocking and insensitive.
The White House defended its actions by citing a significant drop in illegal immigration at the southern border. An official statement pointed to March figures showing a 95% decrease in encounters compared to the same month under the Biden administration. However, critics argue that this statistic does not justify the insensitive and arguably propagandistic nature of the video.
This is not the first instance of the White House using popular music in deportation videos. Last month, a similar video featuring Semisonic’s “Closing Time” generated controversy, with the band stating the White House used their song without permission and misrepresented its meaning. The latest incident is likely to further fuel the ongoing debate surrounding the administration’s immigration policies and communication strategies.
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