Former President of the United States Donald Trump is at the centre of a new controversy, with the phrase “Trump is a coward” currently trending on his own social media network, Truth Social.
The development follows Trump’s decision to back out of a previously agreed-upon debate on ABC, opting instead to debate Vice President Kamala Harris on Fox News.
Trump’s sudden change of plans has led to significant backlash, raising questions about his commitment and bravery in facing political opponents.
Trump’s decision to pull out of the scheduled debate has not only stirred up controversy but also led to a heated discussion about the nature of political debates and the responsibilities of public figures.
Initially, Trump had agreed to participate in a debate on ABC. This move was a crucial opportunity for him to present his policies and confront his political adversaries.
However, in a surprising turn of events, Trump insisted on changing the network to Fox News and proposed other modifications, including changes to the audience composition.
Vice President Kamala Harris, who was set to be Trump’s opponent in the debate, has confirmed her commitment to attend the scheduled initial event on ABC.
Harris expressed her disappointment in Trump’s decision. Still, she reiterated her hope that he would reconsider and join the debate as planned.
According to a pollster familiar with the debate arrangements, the terms of the original agreement did not specify that the debate would be between Trump and President Joe Biden. Instead, it was stated that the discussion would be between the official nominees of the two parties.
The phrase “Trump is a coward” has gained significant traction on social media platforms. On Truth Social, the hashtag #TrumpIsACoward was the third trending topic as of August 4, 2024, evening.
The trend highlights the frustration and disappointment many of Trump’s followers and critics feel. In addition to Truth Social, the hashtag has been trending on X, further amplifying the public’s reaction to Trump’s debate withdrawal.
Despite the backlash, Trump’s social media network continues to be a hub for various trending topics.
As of the same date and time, other trending hashtags on Truth Social included #Jesus, #Faith, #MAGA, and #Trump2024. These topics echo the various interests and priorities of Truth Social’s user base, ranging from religious sentiments to political campaigns.
Trump’s decision to back out of the debate has broader implications for his political strategy and public image. By opting for a more favourable network and proposing changes to the debate format, Trump may seek to control the narrative and create a more advantageous setting for himself.
However, this move has also opened him up to accusations of cowardice and an unwillingness to face challenging questions and opponents in an impartial setting.
Political analysts suggest this controversy could impact Trump’s standing among undecided voters and his base.
While MAGA supporters might view his decision as a strategic move, others may see it as a sign of weakness and avoidance. This development also pressures Trump to perform well in future debates and public appearances to counter the narrative that he is avoiding direct confrontation.
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Truth Social
Truth Social, officially stylized as TRUTH Social, is an alt-tech social media platform owned by Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG), which is primarily owned by former U.S. president Donald Trump.
Launched on February 21, 2022, it is often described as a “Twitter clone” and competes with platforms like Parler, Gab, and Mastodon. TRUTH Social uses Mastodon as its backend.
Since mid-2022, TRUTH Social has encountered financial and regulatory challenges.
Initially, it was unavailable on Google Play due to violations of Google’s policies against physical threats and incitement to violence. However, it was approved in October 2022 after agreeing to enforce these policies.
On March 6, 2023, TRUTH Social ranked number 101 in Apple’s App Store for social media apps.
SimilarWeb ranked its website at number 203 in the “News & Media Publishers” category, placing it behind Gab but ahead of Parler.
In an April 2023 financial disclosure, Trump estimated the site’s value to be between $5 million and $25 million.
Digital World Acquisition Corporation (DWAC), the special-purpose acquisition company funding TMTG, disclosed in October 2023 that it was refunding the $1 billion it had raised for TMTG. By November 2023, DWAC reported that TRUTH Social had accumulated losses of at least $31.5 million since its inception.
In March 2024, DWAC shareholders voted to merge with TMTG, with the merged company trading on NASDAQ under the ticker DJT.
In May 2024, TMTG’s first-quarter regulatory filing reported $327.6 million in losses, primarily from taking the company public, against $770,000 in revenue.
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