The White House has sparked outrage after posting a lengthy tribute to Harambe, the gorilla that was killed in 2016 after dragging a child into its enclosure. The post, which was made on the 10th anniversary of Harambe's death, described the gorilla as a 'legend' and an 'icon' that became part of internet history.
However, many people have mocked the post, pointing out that Harambe was euthanized after attacking a four-year-old boy and that the White House has not made similar tributes to other victims of tragedy. 'This is the most insane thing I've ever seen,' one user commented. 'Someone tell the Comms intern to LOG OFF. This is inappropriate from the WHITE HOUSE.'
Others have criticized the White House for trying to 'meme' for likes and for not taking a more serious tone when remembering the gorilla's death. 'Good grief, this is embarrassing,' one user wrote. 'He was euthanized because he attacked an autistic child. This account is proof that the inmates are running the asylum.'
