In a high-voltage twist of events, former U.S. President Donald Trump has declared his resolute stance on steering clear of Twitter, despite the sensational $44 billion acquisition of the platform by Tesla’s enigmatic CEO, Elon Musk.
“I am not going on Twitter; I am going to stay on Truth,” Trump emphatically stated in an exclusive interview with Fox News. He extended his admiration for Musk’s capabilities and vision, expressing hope that Elon’s takeover would usher in improvements for the platform. Trump’s steadfast commitment to Truth Social, the social media platform he unveiled in February, remained unshaken. This venture aims to provide an online haven free from the regulatory constraints associated with platforms like Twitter and Facebook, both of which had banned Trump in the wake of the January 6th Capitol riots.
The White House, however, is nervously eyeing the potential consequences of Musk’s Twitter acquisition, fearing that it might pave the way for Trump’s triumphant return to the platform.
Conservatives across the nation have rallied behind Musk’s pursuit of Twitter, anticipating the dismantling of perceived unfair restrictions on topics such as the 2020 election and Covid-19. There’s also a glimmer of hope that a Musk-owned Twitter could lift bans on figures like Trump and Rep. Marjorie Taylor-Greene.
In the midst of this electrifying development, voices from the Twitterverse have joined the chorus of anticipation. A tweet by Reno Omokri, urging Musk to facilitate Trump’s seamless return to Twitter, reverberated with a plea to elevate the platform’s value by at least 5%. The tweet underscored the widespread sentiment of wanting to witness Trump’s return.
Trump’s Twitter reign once commanded an audience of nearly 90 million followers, with the world’s media hanging on to his every word. Despite this history, his recent remarks to Fox News suggest that he isn’t in a hurry to stage a Twitter comeback, even if it were an option.
While Truth Social has faced its share of challenges, marked by executive resignations and dwindling downloads, Trump remains undeterred. He announced his intent to engage in ‘truthing’ in the upcoming week. Although he doesn’t view a Musk-led Twitter as a direct competitor, there’s a glimmer of possibility that he might reconsider his stance if Truth Social encounters setbacks, especially given his favorable view of Elon Musk.
Trump remains an ardent advocate for liberty, justice, and fairness in the United States, emphasizing the value of open discourse. In his words, “the more we can have open, the better.” Yet, for now, he stands firmly by his commitment to Truth Social, keeping the world eagerly anticipating his next move.
