US Congressman Tim Burchett recently shared a video on social media platform X, which he claimed depicted American rock musician Jack White labeling supporters of Donald Trump as “fascists” and urging them to stop listening to his music. However, White has since clarified that the clip was generated by artificial intelligence, stating this on his Instagram account.
In his now-deleted post from December 29, 2025, Burchett, a Republican from Tennessee and staunch Trump ally, wrote, “Jack White just doubled down against Trump supporters saying, ‘Don’t even think about listening to my music, you fascists.’” This message reached over 400,000 of Burchett’s followers, amplifying the viral spread of the misleading content.
In a sarcastic remark, Burchett compared White to “that cute little girl from the Addams Family,” referencing the famous fictional characters created in the early 20th century. Following his post, the AI-generated video gained traction across various platforms, including Instagram and Facebook.
Jack White, known as the lead singer and guitarist of the iconic rock band The White Stripes, has openly criticized Trump and his policies in the past, describing them as “fascist” and labeling Trump a “disgusting, vile, egomaniac, loser, child.” In December 2024, White took legal action against Trump for using the band’s hit song “Seven Nation Army” in a campaign video, though he later dropped the lawsuit. At that time, he had also expressed, “Oh….Don’t even think about using my music you fascists.”
Despite White’s history of strong statements against Trump, the clip shared by Burchett is not an authentic recording. On December 30, 2025, White addressed the misleading video in a lengthy Instagram post, asserting that it was “an AI generated video, containing a false comment that I never said and refuted.”
The Hiya.com voice-cloning detection tool, part of the Verification Plugin also known as InVID-WeVerify, analyzed the audio and concluded it was “very likely AI-generated.” Furthermore, the visual content appears to be taken from White’s speech during his induction into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in November 2025, where he was seen in the same red jacket and black shirt, but did not mention Trump, his supporters, or fascism.
Burchett has a history of amplifying false claims; he previously circulated misinformation regarding an illegal immigrant’s involvement in the Kansas City Chiefs 2024 Super Bowl victory parade. In response to a user who pointed out the inauthenticity of the video, Burchett retorted, “You mean it’s not the girl from the Addams Family?”
This incident highlights the ongoing challenges posed by AI-generated misinformation, especially in a politically charged environment. As public figures and politicians navigate the complexities of social media, the need for vigilance and fact-checking continues to grow. White’s experience serves as a reminder of the potential consequences of misinformation in the digital age.
The spread of AI-generated content raises critical questions about the reliability of information shared online. As technology develops, discerning fact from fiction becomes increasingly challenging, making it essential for consumers to approach viral content with skepticism.
For more information on misinformation related to AI, visit AFP Fact Check.
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