John Leguizamo Criticized For Sharing Misleading Photo Of Trump

John Leguizamo, a prominent Hollywood actor, has come under fire for sharing a misleading image that implied former President Donald Trump was not injured in the recent assassination attempt in Pennsylvania. The photo, reposted by Leguizamo on social media, showed Trump’s right ear intact, but the image was actually from September 2022.

Leguizamo, who has been filling in as a host on Comedy Central’s The Daily Show, used the old photo to question the authenticity of Trump’s injury. He captioned the post, “Not even a scratch! But milk it for all you can!” This sparked immediate backlash and a fact-check by X’s community notes, which clarified the photo’s origin and context. The image was originally taken at a rally in Ohio where Trump appeared with J.D. Vance, who Trump recently endorsed for vice president.

Despite being corrected, Leguizamo left the post up, drawing further criticism for spreading misinformation. The actor also mocked Trump for wearing an ear bandage during the opening day of the Republican National Convention, adding to the controversy.

The assassination attempt on Trump during the Pennsylvania rally left him with a minor injury to his ear. Photos of Trump with blood on his ear and face, shouting, “Fight! Fight! Fight!” have been widely shared, countering Leguizamo’s insinuations.

Actor Mark Hamill, known for his role in Star Wars, also questioned the legitimacy of Trump’s injury, suggesting it was fabricated. These statements by Leguizamo and Hamill have fueled discussions about the responsibility of public figures in sharing accurate information.

The incident underscores the importance of verifying the authenticity of images before sharing them, especially when they pertain to significant and sensitive events.

Misinformation can easily spread, leading to public confusion and unwarranted skepticism about real events. Public figures, in particular, need to be cautious and responsible in their use of social media.