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The White House jumped on the Jimothy bandwagon — the Seattle raccoon with short spine syndrome — by posting a meme of him wearing a pro-Trump hat, sparking a viral frenzy with over two million views. Jimothy’s internet fame has exploded, inspiring art, tattoos, merch, and even political protection talks. While some praised the joyful, meme-driven outreach, others criticized it as government politicizing a cute animal. The move aligns with Trump’s strategy of weaponizing internet culture, proving how fast viral moments can infiltrate politics — whether you love it or hate it.

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