A Japanese news segment is gaining attention after breaking down the viral political acronym “TACO,” explained on air as “Trump Always Chickens Out,” showing how U.S. political slang is spreading internationally.
The clip, reportedly from Fuji News Network (FNN), showed a presenter pointing to both English and Japanese translations while explaining the meaning behind the internet meme connected to Donald Trump.
According to the segment, the phrase reportedly originated in online discussions, including forums such as 4chan, before spreading more broadly into online political commentary and eventually mainstream media discussion.
The clip was shared by Osaka-based designer and videomaker Daniel Kaihatsu, highlighting how American political memes can cross language and cultural boundaries into Asian broadcast media.
The moment reflects how internet culture increasingly influences traditional news coverage, especially when viral phrases become part of broader political narratives and global discussions.
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