In 2016, the Anti-Defamation League added Pepe the Frog to its list of hate symbols, though the organization notes many uses of this meme are still not rooted in bigotry or hate.

While the “I Hate Gay Halloween” meme isn’t a new trend, its resurgence comes amid continued discourse online about whether the spooky holiday has turned into more of a clout-driven spectacle.

Olivia Hebert October 31, 2024 From ‘Brat Summer’ to sad Oompa Loompa, the ‘I hate gay Halloween’ meme brings a pop culture twist to the typical costume (X/Twitter) ...

President Donald Trump posted an AI-created fake video of former President Barack Obama being arrested in the Oval Office, wearing an orange jumpsuit.