Donald Trump has defended Sydney Sweeney ’s controversial advertising campaign for American Eagle after learning she’s a Republican. The Euphoria actress’s collaboration with the denim retailer has sparked heavy criticism for its perceived racial overtones, with its play on the words “genes” and “jeans”.

Donald Trump called Sydney Sweeney’s American Eagle ad “fantastic” after learning the actress is a registered Republican. Here’s how the political twist reshaped the campaign’s controversy.