Canadian Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, is facing criticism and backlash after sharing photos of his son’s Halloween costume on Instagram. The costume, which depicts his nine-year-old son, Hadrien, appearing to carry his own severed head, has been deemed as “insensitive” and “tone-deaf” by many.
Key Takeaway
Justin Trudeau is facing criticism for his son’s Halloween costume, which depicts the young boy appearing to carry his own severed head. The costume has been deemed “insensitive” and “tone-deaf” given recent events in the Middle East. This is not the first time Trudeau has been accused of insensitivity, as he previously faced backlash for wearing blackface in a separate incident.
The Controversial Halloween Costume
In the photos shared by Trudeau, Hadrien can be seen wearing a black robe, with his head protruding through a hole in the fabric. The illusion created by the costume gives the impression that Hadrien is carrying his own severed head in his hands. Despite the controversial nature of the costume, Trudeau joked about nothing stopping his son from enjoying Halloween, even though he “seems to have misplaced something.”
However, social media users were quick to criticize Trudeau for his choice of costume, particularly in light of recent events in the Middle East. Commentators pointed out the insensitivity of the costume, with some mentioning the beheadings that have occurred in the region. Political commentator Tyler Popp described Trudeau’s post as “tone-deaf,” while others called it “disgusting,” “insensitive,” and “disrespectful.”
The Backlash and Reactions
One Toronto-based user, Saba Khan, expressed her dismay online, stating that Trudeau’s post was particularly insensitive considering the ongoing conflict in Palestine. She argued that at a time when children are losing their lives, the last thing Trudeau should be doing is making light of such a violent act. Many users echoed this sentiment, criticizing Trudeau’s “callousness” and deeming the costume “inappropriate.”
However, not all reactions were negative. Some individuals criticized those who turned Hadrien’s Halloween costume into a political issue, suggesting that the criticism was unwarranted. Nevertheless, the majority of the response has been critical of Trudeau’s choice of costume and the timing of his post.
Trudeau’s Track Record
This is not the first time that Justin Trudeau has faced backlash for an insensitive costume. In 2019, he was embroiled in a scandal involving photographs of him dressed in blackface. The incident caused widespread outrage and prompted a public apology from the Prime Minister.
