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White House Games Spark Debate | Auckland News

The White House just dropped a lineup of arcade-style games on its official site—complete with border patrol simulations, wall-building challenges, and eagle-flying adventures—all designed to push the administration’s agenda. One game, “Rio Run,” lets you deport characters in jumpsuits, while another pits you against a zombie-border siege. Critics call it a bizarre, even offensive, “weaponization” of government platforms, especially as global crises and rising costs demand serious attention. It’s a bold digital strategy that’s sparking both playful engagement and sharp backlash. Listen in…

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