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This surge is partly driven by the perception that Trump is being unfairly targeted by a weaponized legal system. His recent arrest and mug shot have transformed his image among certain Black and Latino voters, making him appear relatable and victimized by systemic injustice. Political commentator Robert Barnes highlights that the mug shot has effectively moved Trump from the realm of a wealthy New York billionaire to that of a persecuted individual fighting against an unjust legal apparatus—a narrative that resonates deeply within minority communities feeling marginalized by the legal and political elite.