Summary
An Indiana Republican lawmaker, Chris Garten, shared AI-generated images of himself attacking Santa Claus on social media for Christmas. The images sparked mixed reactions, with criticism from various individuals and groups, including the Indiana Democratic Party.
Key Facts
- Chris Garten is a Republican Senate Majority Leader from Indiana.
- Garten posted AI-generated pictures on social media showing him beating Santa Claus.
- The images were shared as part of his Christmas message on the platform X (formerly Twitter).
- The pictures included characters holding “Garten for Indiana” signs.
- Garten explained the images as a humorous message against bureaucratic control.
- The Indiana Democratic Party criticized the post, calling it inappropriate.
- The images gained attention and criticism from social media users and commentators.
