From Nazi propaganda accusations and Brooke Shield's references, the American Eagle's back-to-school campaign has captured public attention, sparking wide-scale debate across social media.

Actress Sydney Sweeney has drawn an unlikely supporter after an ad campaign for denim sparked outrage. U.S. Sen. Ted Cruz weighed in on the backlash over the American Eagle campaign this week, blaming the “crazy left” for the uproar.

Ted Cruz is defending Sydney Sweeney and a new viral ad campaign from American Eagle.Cruz said the "the crazy Left has come out against beautiful women."The ad campaign that references the actor's "great jeans" has drawn criticism from some who think the messaging can evoke racist undertones and reinforce outdated ideals of beauty.