By John Q. Hosedrinker 
On Christmas Eve, former President Donald Trump posted a lengthy and critical message on Truth Social, directed at “Radical Left Scum” and detailing issues he attributes to his political opponents. The post included claims about the economy and national security, while also promoting a series of links to right-leaning news stories. This outburst is consistent with Trump’s history of posting inflammatory content during holidays. Earlier in the day, the former president and First Lady participated in a call with children for the NORAD Santa tracker, where Trump made comments about coal that contrasted with traditional Christmas expectations.
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Trump Fires Off Unhinged Merry Christmas Message to ‘Scum’
The juxtaposition of “Merry Christmas” and the vitriol directed at “Radical Left Scum” perfectly encapsulates the core of this story. It’s a tale as old as Trump’s Twitter account (now Truth Social): a holiday greeting interwoven with divisive language and thinly veiled accusations. The sheer incongruity of it all is almost comical, a performance that’s become a predictable part of the political landscape. This year’s offering, a 101-word tirade posted on Christmas Eve, is a classic example.
The message itself is a laundry list of grievances and self-aggrandizement. He starts with the familiar Christmas greeting, but quickly pivots to attacking his perceived enemies. The use of phrases like “Radical Left Scum” immediately sets the tone, painting a picture of a nation under siege from forces that he claims are actively trying to destroy it. This is followed by a series of unsubstantiated claims – the absence of “Open Borders,” the absence of “Men in Women’s Sports,” the absence of “Transgender for Everyone,” and the absence of “Weak Law Enforcement.” The claims are less about policy, and more about stoking the flames of culture war.
In the midst of the attack, he weaves in his usual boasting about economic achievements. This time it includes the record stock market and the supposed absence of inflation, ignoring that some data shows inflation still being present. The mention of “Trillions of Dollars in Growth and Prosperity” and “the strongest National Security we have ever had” is the typical Trumpian flourish, designed to portray himself as a savior figure, a bulwark against the forces of destruction he’s just decried. It is no wonder there are many people that are extremely tired of the same rhetoric.
The timing of this outburst is particularly noteworthy. The Christmas message wasn’t just a one-off event. It followed a pattern that has become increasingly common: holiday rants and divisive posts. This behavior is considered the norm for Trump. In the past, he’s used holidays as a springboard for his attacks, transforming celebratory occasions into opportunities to air grievances and target his political opponents. The fact that the White House didn’t immediately respond to the backlash from the president’s latest post, simply added to the discussion.
The whole situation serves as a stark reminder of the divide within the country. The reactions to this message have been varied, with many people expressing weariness and frustration. The phrase “Transgender for Everyone” is a key example of the lack of clarity in his statements. Does he imply that everyone is being forced to be transgender? The statement is nonsensical without clarification and it’s used to stir up controversy.
In another instance, Trump’s interaction with a child calling the NORAD Santa tracker further illustrates his skewed view of the world. His response to the child’s wish for “not coal” was a promotion of coal, even as he acknowledged it was not seen as a good gift during Christmas. It highlighted his devotion to his anti-clean-energy stance, which is a key component to his policy.
The whole event seems to be a self-inflicted wound. The attacks on Democrats and the relentless self-promotion are the building blocks of his persona, a political brand built on grievance and resentment. The fact that he can’t resist this behavior, even on Christmas, speaks volumes about his character and his political strategy. It’s a sad commentary on the state of political discourse that such behavior is considered normal, yet here we are. The people are waiting for a positive story and Trump just can’t seem to provide it. The reactions show that a large number of people are tired of his antics.