In a recent emotional outburst, singer and actress Selena Gomez shared a heartfelt video on Instagram, expressing her sorrow over the deportations of illegal immigrants. Her tearful apology and plea for action, featuring a poignant reference to the plight of children, quickly drew attention—and criticism—across social media. After facing a barrage of backlash from commentators questioning her identity and motives, Gomez opted to delete the video, igniting a broader conversation about celebrity activism and its implications in today’s politically charged atmosphere.
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As of January 2025, Selena Gomez's emotional response to immigration policies, particularly regarding the deportation of illegal aliens, has stirred significant controversy. Following her video post where she expressed deep sorrow, critics like Charlie Kirk and Tomi Lahren took to Twitter to challenge her authenticity and highlight perceived contradictions in her statements. After the backlash, Gomez deleted the video and later remarked that showing empathy shouldn't be controversial. This incident reflects ongoing tensions in the discourse surrounding immigration and the role of public figures in advocacy.
Infowars.com: Singer and actress Selena Gomez deleted a video of herself crying over illegal alien deportations after social media users slammed her for the embarrassing, pathetic spectacle.
On Monday, Gomez posted a video to Instagram sobbing and saying, “I just wanted to say that I’m so sorry…All my people are getting attacked, the children. I don’t understand. I’m so sorry. I wish I could do something but I can’t. I don’t know what to do. I’ll try everything, I promise.”
Gomez’s post featured a Mexican flag emoji.
Referring to her as a “certified moron,” Fox News commentator Tomi Lahren remarked, “This is why we don’t take our political advice from Disney child stars.”
Following the backlash, Gomez reportedly deleted the post.
“Gomez deleted the video and posted a since-deleted response on her Instagram Story, ‘Apparently it’s not ok to show empathy for people,'” reports Variety.
Asked about the millionaire actress’s blubbering breakdown, President Donald Trump’s border czar Tom Homan said he had “no apologies.”
“I don’t think we arrested any families – we arrested public safety threats and national security threats bottom line,” Homan told Fox News.
JUST IN: Border Czar Tom Homan reacts to Selena Gomez’s viral breakdown, says he has “no apologies” and he is going to keep moving forward.The reaction we’ve all been waiting for.“If they don't like it, then go to Congress and change the law.”“We're going to do this… pic.twitter.com/OQv9Vdhj4V— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) January 27, 2025
“We’re going to do this operation without apology. We’re gonna make our community safer,” he continued, adding, “It is all for the good of this nation. And we’re gonna keep going. No apologies. We’re moving forward.”