Donald Trump has come under fire for his recent misogynistic social media posts targeting Vice President Kamala Harris and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton.
The former president shared a series of offensive posts on Truth Social, including one suggesting that “blowjobs” impacted the careers of Harris and Clinton in different ways.
This remark, seen as a direct attack on two of the most accomplished women in American politics, has left many voters and political commentators deeply disappointed.
CNN host Anderson Cooper expressed his outrage, emphasizing that Trump’s comments reveal a troubling aspect of his character, particularly in how he regards women.
“This is the Republican candidate for president… talking about two women who, no matter what you think of their politics, are two of the most accomplished women in American political history,” Cooper stated.
He criticized Trump for not only making the comments but also for endorsing them publicly, highlighting the potential implications of such behavior if Trump were to secure another term in office.
The backlash has extended beyond media figures, with political analysts like Abby Phillip pointing out the gender discrimination inherent in Trump’s attacks.
Phillip noted that Trump’s focus on personal, unfounded insults rather than substantive political critiques demonstrates a lack of respect for women who challenge him.
“This is who Trump is. It’s also exactly the thing that disturbs moderate independent voters the most about him,” Phillip remarked, highlighting the growing concern over Trump’s fitness for office as the 2024 presidential campaign intensifies.