By John Q. Hosedrinker 
President Trump denied awareness of social media rumors suggesting his death or declining health, which circulated over the Labor Day weekend. These rumors stemmed from a combination of the president’s decreased public appearances and persistent bruising on his hand, possibly linked to reported circulation issues. Despite his denials, sources indicate Trump was fully aware of the online speculation, with one official calling the rumors “fake news.” This is not the first time Trump has publicly misrepresented his knowledge of viral online content.
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Trump Was Aware of the Rumors He Had Died, Sources Say, and frankly, it’s hard to imagine he wasn’t. Considering how glued to the news and social media he seems to be, it’s almost impossible to believe he missed the widespread speculation. The sheer volume of chatter, the online frenzy – it would have been hard to ignore.
He was, after all, a man who, according to those familiar with his habits, “fucking sees everything.” This detail paints a clear picture: He’s not someone who is out of touch. The reports suggest he knew exactly what was being said about him, including the rumors of his demise. You can almost picture it, him scrolling through the feeds, seeing the headlines, the memes, the reactions.
The interesting aspect is not necessarily the awareness itself, but how he processed it. Did he react with anger? Amusement? Or did he, as some suggest, capitalize on the moment for his own purposes? The fact that he was silent for days, as some have noted, stands in stark contrast to his behavior during the COVID scare. He had videos, and trips, but this time, silence. It begs the question: Why the difference?
The response to the rumors, as it turns out, was also a significant indicator of his awareness. His reaction seemed to be the usual contradiction that many have noted and is typical of his behaviour. He acknowledged the rumors but, perhaps, wanted to give the impression he wasn’t all that bothered by it, given his past statements. This is precisely the kind of behavior one would expect from a master of controlling the narrative.
Furthermore, the fact that he eventually addressed the rumors, albeit briefly, confirms the point. Why bother responding if he hadn’t been paying attention in the first place? He’s not one to miss an opportunity to insert himself into a news cycle, good or bad. He certainly wouldn’t have missed this one.
The fact that he was aware of how happy many people were about the rumors is also important to consider. It’s an uncomfortable truth, but a significant number of people were, to put it mildly, pleased at the prospect. The sheer volume of people hoping the rumors were true, the champagne on ice, the planned celebrations – these were undoubtedly factors that reached his attention.
The speculation also brings to light the question of his health, which has always been a sensitive topic. The rumors, combined with his apparent silence, likely led to increased scrutiny. Given the circumstances, his failure to take the opportunity to address these comments, even for a moment, is quite peculiar.
All of this highlights a central truth: He is deeply attuned to public perception. He thrives on it, and he fights for it. But how did he feel seeing how many people were celebrating the prospect of his demise?
Ultimately, whether he was amused, angered, or simply calculating, his awareness of the rumors offers an insight into his mindset. It’s a reminder of the deep divide in the country, the intensity of feeling surrounding him, and his ability to not only acknowledge those feelings, but also attempt to respond.