On Monday, former President Donald Trump took to Truth Social, his own social media platform, to post over 100 messages in a single day. This flurry of activity unfolded as global stock markets experienced a sharp decline, raising eyebrows and prompting discussions on both the economic front and Trump's online presence. While Trump's posts included links to articles praising his policies and his television show, "The Apprentice," the financial world was grappling with significant losses.
The global stock markets faced a turbulent day with the S&P falling by 2.7%, the Dow Jones dropping 2%, and the Nasdaq plummeting by 4%. Notably, shares in Tesla, led by Elon Musk, suffered a 15-point drop, marking their worst day since late 2020. Amidst these developments, Trump accused leftists of "illegally and collusively" attempting to boycott Tesla. Despite these accusations, Trump expressed admiration for Musk.
"Elon Musk is ‘putting it on the line’ in order to help our Nation, and he is doing a FANTASTIC JOB!" – Donald Trump
In his posts, Trump also criticized Canada, labeling it as a "Tariff abuser." His messages were characterized by self-promotion and praise for his allies. Meanwhile, White House officials spoke anonymously to media outlets in an attempt to alleviate growing concerns over potential economic chaos resulting from the market downturn.
Interestingly, these posts were not authored by Trump himself. Instead, Natalie Harp, a devoted aide to Trump, penned the messages. According to Sarah Matthews, a White House communications aide, it is "painfully obvious" when a tweet or social post originates from Trump personally.
Despite not directly engaging with the posts, Trump's social media presence continues to be a focal point of discussion. The timing of these posts, coinciding with a significant market decline, highlights the former president's ongoing influence and raises questions about his priorities amidst economic challenges.