Selena Gomez, the globally celebrated pop star and actress, has found herself in the spotlight of political controversy one more time. This time, it is due to her recently shared video where she cried out loud on the former US President Donald Trump’s announcement of deportation of illegal immigrants. However, the singer took her video down afterwards due to the severe backlash she received on it. But it did not end there.US Senate candidate Sam Parker, has bluntly reacted to her crying video, after which Selena too didn’t sit back quietly.
As a response to Selena’s video, Sam Parker took it to his X, and put out a message where he suggested that Selena should be deported from America too.
Deport Selena Gomez. https://t.co/QkkDIBWBKD
— Sam Parker 🇺🇲 (@SamParkerSenate) January 27, 2025
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There were multiple posts from the senate, urging her exit from the country due to her Mexican citizenship. In another post with the same context, Parker wrote, “Selena Gomez picked illegals over America b/c she’s the 3rd gen descendent of Mexican illegals who received citizenship in the ’87 Amnesty. She has an entitlement attitude toward America, like her illegal parents. Maybe Selena should be deported, too”.
Selena Gomez picked illegals over America b/c she's the 3rd gen descendent of Mexican illegals who received citizenship in the '87 Amnesty. She has an entitlement attitude toward America, like her illegal g'parents. Maybe Selena should be deported, too?pic.twitter.com/yTXlwtckwH pic.twitter.com/2UR6FY8d5i
— Sam Parker 🇺🇸🧯 (@BasedSamParker) January 27, 2025
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Selena Gomez Gives A Befitting Response To Sam Parker’s Threat
Selena Gomez, known for her calm demeanor and ability to rise above negativity, didn’t let Parker’s remark go unanswered. Taking to her instagram, she responded with a simple but sharp comment that read:
“Oh Mr. Parker, Mr. Parker. Thanks for the laugh and the threat.”

Her witty retort quickly went viral, earning widespread praise from fans and public figures alike. Many admired Gomez’s ability to handle the situation with grace and humor, despite the provocative nature of Parker’s comment.
Selena Weeps Out In Video Over Immigration Stance
Earlier last night, Selena posted a video wearing a black outfit, probably shot when she was at home. She poured out her feelings while speaking in the video as she cried out loud for the deportation of the illegal immigrants of U.S.. As per what could be seen in the video, “I just wanted to say I’m really sorry. My community is under attack. The children. I don’t understand it. I’m truly sorry; I wish there was something I could do, but I feel helpless. I’ll do everything I can, I promise.”
Selena Gomez bursts into tears over Donald Trump’s immigration law against Mexicans and Latinos in the US. pic.twitter.com/BuPidfBqFa
— Selena Gomez News (@SELENAT0RSARMY) January 27, 2025
But because of the immense hate comments she received, she deleted the video from her post. Now that she has reacted to the US Senate’s hurtful comment without any hesitation,an outpouring of support on social media. Fans have lauded her for standing up to criticism while staying true to her values.
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