It seems disgraced former Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio has found a new gig after another unsuccessful bid for public office.
Unsurprisingly, it's in front of the camera.
For $30.99, users of Cameo — an app where singers, actors and other public figures record custom video messages for a fee — can request a personalized clip of the divisive figure saying whatever they want.
And supporters and critics alike are seizing the opportunity.
Most of Arpaio's Cameo videos appear to be standard fare, such as birthday greetings, thank-you messages, congratulatory comments. But one that began circulating on social media on Tuesday evening, an encouraging message for the organizers of an upcoming event, raised eyebrows.
"Hey, good luck organizing the Arizona Furry convention," Arpaio begins, though he pronounces it "Fury," suggesting he's not totally certain what he's been asked to talk about. It's "for animal lovers," he adds by way of explanation.
"I've always loved animals, fought those that abused animals and will continue to do so," he continues. "In any event, have a great convention."
It's likely Arpaio, who's nearing age 90, was referring to Arizona Fur Con, an annual event where members of the furry community dress up in elaborate animal costumes and take on "fursonas."
Organizers canceled this year's convention due to COVID-19, but are planning for 2021.
Many members of the subculture have defined it as one dedicated to artistic expression and helping people come out of their shells, but they've long had to endure jokes from people who mock "fur-suiting" as a sexual fetish.
Judging by the requester listed on Arpaio's Cameo, the person who ordered the video may be one of them. The username: Sir Yiffs A Lot.
"Yiff" refers to furry-related sexual content or activity, which made Arpaio's sign-off all the more cringeworthy.
"As far as what animal I would like to be, I'm kind of partial to dogs," he says after a pause, as if responding to a question included in the video request. "But I love all animals. Thanks."