The video, created using artificial intelligence, was accompanied by the phrase “LONG LIVE THE REAL KING” and looped continuously for nearly five minutes before it was manually shut down by staff.
A Growing Concern Over Cybersecurity
The event has raised serious concerns about cybersecurity in federal agencies. HUD officials have launched an investigation to determine who was behind the broadcast and how they were able to hijack the agency’s internal television system.
Kasey Lovett, a spokesperson for HUD, condemned the incident, calling it “a gross misuse of government resources and an attack on the integrity of our workplace.” The breach suggests potential vulnerabilities in government networks, highlighting the need for stronger digital security measures to prevent similar incidents in the future.
“This isn’t just a prank; it’s a demonstration of how easy it is to manipulate digital content and spread misinformation,” said cybersecurity analyst Jamie Rowland.
The AI-generated video appeared to mock the relationship between Trump and Musk, who has recently gained significant influence in federal operations. Musk was appointed to lead an informal government advisory team focused on reducing bureaucracy and cutting costs.
His efforts have resulted in major budget cuts, including the elimination of diversity and inclusion programs, which some critics argue unfairly target federal workers.
