In a surprising turn of events, Moo Deng, the beloved female pygmy hippo living at Khao Kheow Open Zoo in Thailand, faces backlash after a viral video seemingly suggests she has “predicted”Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 Presidential Elections.
Moo Deng: The Adorable Internet Sensation
Moo Deng captured the hearts of social media users earlier this year with her charming looks and playful demeanor. With her round body and rosy cheeks, she quickly became an internet meme star, as videos of her antics spread like wildfire. Fans have even gone so far as to create merchandise featuring the adorable hippo, showcasing her rise to fame.
The Controversial Prediction Video
In a recent video, Moo Deng was presented with two fruit dishes, each labeled with the names of prospective candidates: Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. In a moment caught on camera, she chose the dish associated with Trump, while her mother, Jona, opted for Harris’s dish.
Public Reaction to Moo Deng’s Choice
The backlash was swift, with social media users proclaiming Moo Deng as “canceled” over her so-called political prediction. Many criticized her involvement in such a serious topic, humorously pointing out that as a hippo, her political opinions should not be taken seriously.
Can it vote? No, that fat bitch. — November 4, 2024
this fatass hippo needs to mind his own business — November 4, 2024
Supporters Defend Moo Deng
Amid the criticism, some fans came to Moo Deng’s defense, arguing that she is too young to understand the implications of her actions, given that she is only four months old. Moreover, they pointed out that she never claimed to possess any predictive abilities, rendering the outrage unwarranted.
Moo Deng is too young to fully harness her powers as a clairvoyant so this might not be true. She has a long way to go before she is 100% accurate. — November 4, 2024
friendly reminder that a prediction isn’t an endorsement!!!! moo deng is still just a baby she probably can’t even read yet. be nice to her — November 4, 2024
Did Moo Deng Truly Predict the Election?
Several speculations have emerged, suggesting that the video may have been manipulated to portray Moo Deng as a political oracle. TikTok creator @indipine, known for her amusing videos about baby animals, shared her thoughts on the matter. She proposed that Moo Deng’s choice was influenced by her mother, Jona, who may have reached for the dish associated with Harris first, leaving Moo Deng with no other option.
@indipine I will wake up tomorrow and have no memory of ever making this video
Ultimately, it is clear that Moo Deng’s actions should not be taken as astrology or political endorsement. At her tender age, she remains an innocent baby hippo, and her decisions should be viewed as such.
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