The Ghibli-style art trend on ChatGPT has taken over
social media, with users generating dreamy, animated visuals inspired by Studio
Ghibli. But in a surprising twist, the White House has joined
the frenzy—using it to create a meme about Virginia Basora-Gonzalez, a convicted
fentanyl dealer recently arrested by ICE.
What Happened?
The White House’s official X account posted the Ghibli-styled
meme without a caption, as a reply to an earlier post about Basora-Gonzalez’s
arrest:
"Virginia Basora-Gonzalez, a previously deported
alien felon convicted of fentanyl trafficking, was arrested by @ICEgov in
Philadelphia after illegally reentering the U.S. She wept when taken into
custody (picture attached)."
Basora-Gonzalez, a 36-year-old Dominican national,
was deported after her fentanyl trafficking conviction but illegally
returned to the U.S. She was arrested outside her workplace—a restaurant
in Philadelphia, where she allegedly worked as a cook.
Social Media Reacts: Praise & Backlash
The post divided the internet, with some finding it hilarious
and others calling it unprofessional:
🔥 Critics Said:
- "I
miss when the government was professional and not ‘lol memes’."
- "This
is grotesque. The White House is making a joke out of law
enforcement?"
💯 Supporters Defended
It:
- "This
is absolutely wild, and I love it!"
- "A
funny way to highlight a serious issue."
ICE on the Arrest
ICE officials called the arrest a win for public safety,
emphasizing the need to remove dangerous criminals from U.S.
communities.
“This successful joint operation exemplifies the
collaborative efforts of federal law enforcement to enforce immigration laws
and remove dangerous individuals from our streets,” said ICE acting
field director Brian McShane.
The Verdict?
Whether you see it as clever digital PR or unprofessional behavior, one
thing is clear: The White House just made politics go viral—Studio Ghibli
style.