In a fervent series of posts on Truth Social, former President Donald Trump launched a scathing attack on Democrats, labeling them “the party of hate, evil, and Satan” as the government shutdown entered its second day. The remarks were part of an escalating tension as memes and AI-generated videos have become tools for Trump to target his political adversaries during the ongoing funding crisis.
Among his posts, Trump inaccurately claimed to have overseen “record Black employment” and shared a meme depicting notable Democrats, including President Joe Biden, Congresswoman Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, and Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer. The meme declared, “The Democratic Party is Dead!” and argued that the party lacks leadership and a hopeful message, instead focusing on animosity toward Trump.
This outburst follows a quirky online video he released, set to the tune of “Don’t Fear the Reaper,” where he humorously portrayed himself and his allies engaging in a mock musical performance with a political twist. Trump’s posts have also included controversial content, such as a manipulated video of House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, which drew criticism for its racial insensitivity.
Democrats condemned Trump’s content as harmful and racist, while some Republicans expressed private criticism, although many tended to remain silent on the matter. Speaker Mike Johnson, a Trump ally, described the video as “not my style,” revealing a slight discomfort with the nature of the posts.
The political stalemate has resulted in a government shutdown that Trump has attributed to Democrats, who he accuses of compromising the funding bill with excessive health-care demands. Meanwhile, Democrats assert that the responsibility for the shutdown lies with Republicans, citing a lack of negotiation efforts over recent weeks.
As the shutdown continues, concerns are mounting about the potential repercussions, including employee furloughs and project delays. Trump has warned of significant consequences if the impasse continues, signaling the urgency for a resolution. The situation highlights the intense political divide in the country and the challenges ahead for both parties in navigating the budgetary crisis.