Doug Emhoff faced backlash from conservative commentators after being photographed hugging his daughter, Ella, at the Democratic National Convention, with critics labeling the interaction as 'weird' and 'creepy.' Emhoff's actions triggered a social media uproar, particularly among supporters of former President Donald Trump, who shared their disapproval on platforms like X. Ella, a model and fashion designer, expressed pride in her father and acknowledged the emotional weight of his speech at the convention, contrasting with the criticism directed at them. The backlash also included references to Emhoff's past affair, which had recently resurfaced in public discourse, further fueling conservative critiques. Supporters of Emhoff pointed out hypocrisy, noting past comments made by Trump about his daughter Ivanka that many found inappropriate. Amidst the controversy, Ella has emerged as a vocal supporter of her stepmother, Vice President Kamala Harris, highlighting her commitment to social issues like advocacy for Palestinian refugees.