Use of AI Voice in Melania Trump’s Audiobook Triggers Online Accent Jokes

Melania Trump faced significant criticism following the announcement of her new audiobook memoir. In a video posted across her social media, she showcased what she termed “the future of publishing.” The clip opened with a dark background, contrastingly zooming out to display numerous grey “M”s assembling to form her likeness. The audiobook, narrated entirely using AI, was introduced with the bold declaration, “A NEW ERA IN PUBLISHING.” She noted that, while it mimics her voice, it wouldn't be her actual reading. As the video played, an AI-generated voice articulated, “My story, my perspective, the truth.” Viewer reactions on X varied, with one user remarking on her accent, while others urged her to narrate it personally. Produced via Eleven Labs, the audiobook retails for $25 and runs roughly seven hours.