Megyn Kelly has criticized Selena Gomez for posting and then quickly deleting an emotional video in which the singer-actress expressed her distress over deportations carried out by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). The video, which briefly appeared on Gomez’s social media, showed her crying while discussing the impact of immigration enforcement policies.
Kelly addressed the situation during her show, calling Gomez’s actions performative and questioning her understanding of the complexities of U.S. immigration laws. “Posting a video like this only to delete it moments later raises questions about whether she truly stands by her message or if it was simply an emotional outburst,” Kelly remarked.
The video had shown Gomez holding a Mexican flag and discussing the human toll of deportation operations. While some fans praised her for using her platform to highlight an important issue, others criticized her for oversimplifying a deeply nuanced topic. The decision to delete the video added fuel to the controversy, leaving many questioning her motives.
Supporters of Gomez argue that her emotional response underscores the challenges faced by families affected by deportation policies. They believe that her intentions were genuine, even if the execution of her message was flawed. Critics, however, see the deleted post as an example of celebrities wading into complex policy discussions without fully understanding the issues at hand.
The incident has reignited debates over the role of celebrities in political discourse and whether their influence helps or hinders public understanding of sensitive topics. While Gomez has not commented further on the video, the brief post continues to spark conversations about immigration enforcement and the power of celebrity voices in shaping public opinion.