Donald Trump’s use of Twitter has been a significant aspect of his public persona, often sparking controversy and debate. Here are some of the most notable tweets by Trump that have drawn significant attention and controversy, listed chronologically:
2012
- Topless Photos of the Duchess of Cambridge:
- Tweet: "Who wouldn't take Kate's picture and make lots of money if she does the nude sunbathing thing. Come on Kate!" (September 2012)
- Kristen Stewart and Robert Pattinson:
- Tweet: "Everyone knows I am right that Robert Pattinson should dump Kristen Stewart. In a couple of years, he will thank me. Be smart, Robert." (October 2012)
- Global Warming:
- Tweet: "The concept of global warming was created by and for the Chinese in order to make U.S. manufacturing non-competitive." (November 2012)
2013
- IQ Boast:
- Tweet: "Sorry losers and haters, but my I.Q. is one of the highest - and you all know it! Please don't feel so stupid or insecure, it's not your fault." (May 2013)
- Sexual Assaults in the Military:
- Tweet: "26,000 unreported sexual assaults in the military-only 238 convictions. What did these geniuses expect when they put men & women together?" (May 2013)
2016
- Building the Wall:
- Tweet: "We will build a great wall along the southern border and Mexico will pay for it." (2016)
- Wiretapping Allegation:
- Tweet: "Terrible! Just found out that Obama had my 'wires tapped' in Trump Tower just before the victory. Nothing found. This is McCarthyism!" (March 2017)
2017
- Travel Ban:
- Tweet: "People, the lawyers and the courts can call it whatever they want, but I am calling it what we need and what it is, a TRAVEL BAN!" (June 2017)
2018
- Helsinki Summit with Putin:
- Tweet: "President Putin says it's not Russia. I don't see any reason why it would be." (July 2018)
- Congresswomen of Color:
- Tweet: "So interesting to see 'Progressive' Democrat Congresswomen, who originally came from countries whose governments are a complete and total catastrophe... Why don't they go back and help fix the totally broken and crime infested places from which they came." (July 2019)
2019
- COVID-19 as "China Virus":
- Tweet: "The United States will be powerfully supporting those industries, like Airlines and others, that are particularly affected by the Chinese Virus." (March 2020)
2020
- COVID-19 Downplay:
- Tweet: "Covid, Covid, Covid is the unified chant of the Fake News Lamestream Media. They will talk about nothing else until November 4th., when the Election will be (hopefully!) over." (October 2020)
- Election Fraud Claims:
- Tweet: "We believe these people are thieves. The big city machines are corrupt. This was a stolen election." (November 2020)
- Tweet: "Great. Most corrupt election in history, by far. We won!!!" (December 2020)
2021
- Capitol Riot:
- Tweet: "These are the things and events that happen when a sacred landslide election victory is so unceremoniously & viciously stripped away from great patriots who have been badly & unfairly treated for so long. Go home with love & in peace. Remember this day forever!" (January 6, 2021)
2023
- Dehumanizing Language:
- Tweet: "These people are vermin." (2023)
- Tweet: "They're poisoning the blood of our country." (2023)
2024
- Admiration for Autocrats:
- Tweet: "Viktor Orbán, the highly respected prime minister of Hungary, said Trump is the man who can save the western world." (March 2024)
Conclusion
Trump's tweets have often been a source of significant controversy, sparking debates and drawing criticism for their content and tone. From making baseless claims about election fraud to using dehumanizing language and expressing admiration for autocratic leaders, his tweets have had a profound impact on political discourse and public opinion.