Why is Donald Trump discussing Sydney Sweeney and American Eagle
The actress stars in a controversial American Eagle advert that has become a political flashpoint in the US.
www.bbc.comHere’s what’s publicly circulating about Sydney Sweeney and Trump as of the latest reports:
- News in mid-2025 and into 2026 covered claims that Sydney Sweeney registered as a Republican in Florida in 2024. Several outlets reported that public voter records indicated this affiliation, though Sweeney has not publicly commented on her political views or voting choices.[1][2][3]
- In response to those disclosures, then-President Donald Trump publicly praised Sweeney’s alleged party affiliation, saying things like “She’s a registered Republican—now I love her ad.” Multiple outlets covered Trump’s remarks during appearances in Pennsylvania or on his platform, tying his comments to the Republican registration news.[2][3][4][7][9][1]
- Coverage varied in tone and certainty: some outlets framed the information as a matter of public records with no confirmation from Sweeney herself, while others described Trump’s remarks and the ensuing political discourse around the actor’s ad campaigns.[3][7][8][9]
Notes and context:
- Sweeney has not issued a public statement confirming or denying support for Trump or detailing her political beliefs.
- Public reporting relies on voter-registration records and media coverage of Trump’s comments; these sources may differ in interpretation or emphasis and sometimes propagate partisan framing.[8][3]
- Since political affiliations and endorsements can be nuanced, a registered party member does not necessarily equal endorsement of a specific candidate or platform.
If you’d like, I can pull the most recent updates from major outlets or summarize how different outlets are framing the story, with direct quotes and dates.