White House releases video promoting ‘justice the American way’ featuring Hollywood characters
The Guardian World
by Richard LuscombeMarch 6, 2026
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A Hollywood-themed propaganda video released by the White House promising “justice the American way” for Iran features movie stars from Australia, New Zealand and Canada, and promotes characters including a corrupt lawyer, a drug dealer and a freedom fighter who stands up to the overwhelming force of an invading foreign army.
The 42-second video posted on the official X account of the White House on Thursday was met with almost universal mockery online, with comments accusing the Trump administration of immaturity, and likening its social media strategy to one run by teenagers.
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Originally published on The Guardian World on 3/6/2026