According to a recent report from the Global Project Against Hate and Extremism, Chet Hanks unintentionally gave a platform to white supremacists and hate groups with his "White Boy Summer" social media movement. Initially meant to celebrate "fly" white boys, the phrase was quickly co-opted by extremists. Despite Hanks' efforts to clarify that White Boy Summer is about love and embracing beauty of all races, the term has been used as a rallying cry for white supremacy. Critics have pointed out that glorifying white men, especially considering societal privileges, is unnecessary. The trend has seen a spike in usage on platforms like Telegram, known for hosting extremist content. Even far-right figures like Jack Posobiec have embraced White Boy Summer publicly. Hanks, while defending the movement, continues facing backlash, trying to distance his original intentions from the hateful interpretations that have emerged.