Trending Now - Trump's Supporters Face Criticism Amid Growing Market Concerns
WHO:
Rahm Emanuel, former Democratic presidential chief of staff and US ambassador to Japan, criticized Trump’s foreign policy in an op-ed for The Wall Street Journal.
Steve Schmidt, a Republican strategist who served President George W. Bush, denounced Trump for his foreign policy decisions.
Jonathan V. Last, conservative commentator from The Bulwark
Joe Walsh, former Representative from Illinois
George F. Will, conservative columnist for The Washington Post
President Trump, Candace Owens, Mark Levin, Ben Shapiro, Megyn Kelly, Piers Morgan, Tucker Carlson, Alex Jones
WHAT:
Emanuel stated that Trump has ordered strikes on eight countries in 14 months, which he claims is roughly as many as in his entire first four years.
Emanuel described Trump’s recent foreign policy actions as “the most profound flip-flop in recent presidential history.”
Schmidt quoted a letter from Trump to Norwegian Prime Minister Jonas Gahr Støre, in which Trump stated, “considering your Country decided not to give me the Nobel Peace Prize for having stopped 8 Wars PLUS, I no longer feel an obligation to think purely of Peace.”
A recent poll indicates that a Democratic candidate leads a Republican candidate by 10 points in the Ohio gubernatorial race.
President Trump's approval rating has been stuck in the high 30s/low 40s for most of his second term, indicating that millions of Americans are unfazed by his scandals.
Jonathan V. Last stated that he is accusing Trump supporters of a “civil version of depraved indifference,” clarifying that “stupid” may not be the right descriptor, suggesting “rotten” is more accurate.
Last identified four categories of Trump supporters: those who are ignorant of current events by accident, those who deliberately choose not to understand, those who select toxic information sources, and those who prioritize partisan preferences over stopping Trump.
Joe Walsh described Trump supporters as acting like members of a “cult,” particularly criticizing their support for Trump despite his actions that contradict their initial reasons for voting for him.
George F. Will noted that Trump’s side prevailed in only one of the 64 court challenges related to the 2020 election, specifically in Pennsylvania, which involved too few votes to change the state's result.
Will stated that in Arizona, a private firm confirmed Trump’s loss, finding 99 additional votes for Biden and 261 fewer votes for Trump.
Jonathan V. Last described Trump supporters as having a “civil version of depraved indifference” and categorized them into four groups based on their understanding of current events.
George F. Will stated that “eight conservatives (two former Republican senators, three former federal appellate judges, a former Republican solicitor general, and two Republican election law specialists)” analyzed “all 187 counts in the 64 court challenges filed in multiple states by Trump and his supporters,” with Trump’s side prevailing in only one case in Pennsylvania.
Right-wing media figures engaged in public disputes, trading scathing attacks against each other.
Notable quotes include "Maggot Rotting on Corpse" and "Anarchist... Little Bitch."
WHERE:
The disputes occurred within various right-wing media platforms and social media channels.
WHEN:
The events are occurring in the year 2026.
WHY:
Emanuel argued that Trump’s approach to foreign policy is symptomatic of deeper incompetence that will have lasting effects beyond his presidency.
Joe Walsh criticized Trump supporters for their unwavering support despite Trump's actions that contradict their initial reasons for voting for him, stating, “What are we to think, MAGA, but that you are a cult?”
Last argued that some Trump supporters prioritize partisan preferences over understanding the implications of their support for Trump, labeling them as “rotten.”
The infighting appears to stem from differing opinions and criticisms among right-wing media personalities.
HOW:
Emanuel proposed new foreign policies for various regions, including Europe, the Indo-Pacific, Africa, and the Western Hemisphere, in response to Trump’s foreign policy.
Walsh expressed his views on his Substack in February 2026, highlighting the disconnect between Trump supporters' expectations and Trump's actions regarding military involvement.
Last's analysis included examples of voters who prefer social media over reputable news sources, leading to a warped understanding of political issues.
The exchanges were conducted through social media and public statements, highlighting personal grievances and ideological differences.
(UPDATED March 14, 2026 07:12 UTC)
In an op-ed for The Wall Street Journal, Rahm Emanuel criticized Trump’s foreign policy, noting that Trump has ordered strikes on eight countries in just 14 months, which he claims is nearly as many as during his entire first term. Emanuel described these actions as “the most profound flip-flop in recent presidential history,” while Republican strategist Steve Schmidt echoed concerns by quoting a letter from Trump to Norway's Prime Minister, where Trump expressed his disillusionment over not receiving the Nobel Peace Prize. Emanuel also proposed new foreign policies for regions including Europe and the Indo-Pacific, arguing that Trump’s approach reflects deeper incompetence that could have lasting repercussions.
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(UPDATED March 14, 2026 01:23 UTC)
In a recent poll, a Democratic candidate is leading a Republican candidate by 10 points in the Ohio gubernatorial race. Joe Walsh has criticized Trump supporters for their steadfast loyalty, questioning their reasoning by stating, “What are we to think, MAGA, but that you are a cult?” He shared these thoughts on his Substack in February, pointing out the gap between what Trump supporters expected and the reality of Trump's actions, particularly concerning military involvement.
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(UPDATED March 13, 2026 23:06 UTC)
Today, President Trump's approval rating remains stuck in the high 30s to low 40s, suggesting that millions of Americans are largely unfazed by his ongoing scandals. Political commentator Jonathan V. Last has characterized Trump supporters as exhibiting a "civil version of depraved indifference," identifying four distinct groups among them, including those who are either unaware of current events or prioritize partisan loyalty over the truth. Meanwhile, George F. Will pointed out that Trump’s side has only succeeded in one of 64 court challenges related to the 2020 election, with a private firm in Arizona confirming Trump lost by finding additional votes for Biden and fewer for Trump.
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(UPDATED March 13, 2026 21:07 UTC)
In a recent discussion, conservative commentator Jonathan V. Last described Trump supporters as having a “civil version of depraved indifference” and categorized them into four groups based on their grasp of current events. George F. Will highlighted that a group of eight conservatives, including two former Republican senators and three former federal appellate judges, analyzed all 187 counts in the 64 court challenges filed by Trump and his supporters, finding that Trump’s side only won one case in Pennsylvania. Last argued that some of these supporters prioritize partisan preferences over a true understanding of the implications of their support for Trump, often turning to social media instead of reputable news sources, which leads to a distorted view of political issues.
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(UPDATED March 13, 2026 19:15 UTC)
Today, a heated exchange erupted among prominent right-wing media figures, including President Trump, Candace Owens, and Tucker Carlson, as they took to social media to air their grievances. The public disputes featured some striking insults, with quotes like "Maggot Rotting on Corpse" and "Anarchist... Little Bitch" making headlines. This infighting appears to stem from deep ideological differences and criticisms that have surfaced within their circles.