Trump solidifies social media dominance with Truth Social surge
Donald Trump has dominated social media by publishing thousands of posts on Truth Social. His activity draws attention from both supporters and critics.
Key information
- Donald Trump published 2,262 posts over 132 days on Truth Social.
- Truth Social has about 10 million followers, while Platform X has about 105 million.
- Trump uses social media to communicate directly with his supporters.
Trump's activity on Truth Social
Donald Trump, the President of the USA, has earned the title of "king" of social media due to his intense activity on the Truth Social platform. In just 132 days, he published 2,262 posts there, which is three times more than his activity on Platform X during the same period in his first term.
Reach and impact
Truth Social, although it only has about 10 million followers, allows Trump to reach a wide audience of his supporters. His posts are often shared on other platforms, such as X, increasing their reach. Professor Darren Linvill from Clemson University noted that Trump's messages spread just as far as when he tweeted on Twitter.
Communication with supporters
Trump uses social media for direct communication with supporters, allowing him to avoid negative reactions. His posts cover a wide range of topics, from honouring soldiers to controversial conspiracy theories.
Professor Linvill observed that the individual's current behavior on social media indicates a growing immersion in his own echo chamber—a self-reinforcing bubble that has intensified over time.
Trump remains isolated from criticism, which may affect his perception of reality.
Transparency or isolation?
The White House administration claims that Trump's increased activity indicates his transparency. However, his social media presence is also seen as a way to maintain contact with his voter base while avoiding negative opinions.
