Actress Sydney Sweeney is at the center of a viral debate following the release of an American Eagle jeans advertisement that has ignited fierce political and cultural discussions. The campaign, which uses the tagline ‘Sydney Sweeney has great jeans,’ has drawn sharp criticism from some progressive groups who accused it of promoting Whiteness and eugenics by comparing her ‘jeans’ and ‘genes.’
On the other hand, the ad has received strong public support from Republican President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance, who both took to their respective platforms to defend the campaign. In a recent interview with GQ, Sweeney addressed the controversy, calling the attention from Trump and Vance ‘surreal.’ She emphasized her commitment to her values and identity, stating that she ‘knows who I am and what I value.’
Trump’s support for the ad was evident in his comments on Truth Social and in his responses to reporters. When asked about her voter registration as a Republican, the president expressed approval, stating ‘She’s a registered Republican?’ shortly after the New York Post reported that Sweeney voted with Republicans in 2024. He added, ‘Oh, now I love her ad,’ showing his growing endorsement of the campaign.
Vance, in a recent appearance on the ‘Ruthless’ podcast, took a more humorous approach, suggesting that Democrats should ‘continue to tell everybody who thinks Sydney Sweeney is attractive is a Nazi.’ He also mocked the left’s reaction to the ad, pointing out that the ‘normal all-American beautiful girl’ ad should not have caused such a stir.
Despite the political firestorm, Sweeney has been clear in her stance, saying she wants to focus on her work and personal life. She has also clarified that the controversy did not impact the ad’s performance, stating that the claims of declining sales were untrue. With the controversy still simmering, Sweeney’s response reflects a desire to move forward rather than be defined by the public’s perception of her.