Trump Denies Posting Fake World Series Comment on Truth Social
A recent social media event highlights former President Donald Trump’s involvement in the ongoing World Series controversy. A mock-up post appearing to be from Trump criticized the teams participating in the championship but was confirmed to be fake.
Fake Comment on Truth Social
The erroneous post claimed, “No matter who wins I will refuse to invite either baseball team to my ballroom as they are both run by highly inept officials from California and Ontario, Canada.” It further alleged, “This World Series is rigged, probably by the Dems & Mafia.” However, USA TODAY discovered that Trump never made this statement on his Truth Social platform.
Background on the World Series
The Los Angeles Dodgers and the Toronto Blue Jays are currently tied 1-1 in the best-of-seven series, with game three scheduled for October 27 in Los Angeles. The fake post emerged from a meme account and was widely circulated on various social media channels.
Trump’s Relationship with Canada and California
Trump has a history of criticizing Californian and Canadian leaders. He has previously clashed with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney over tariffs. Carney proposed a bet regarding the World Series teams but reported not receiving a response from Trump. Tensions heightened after Trump criticized a Canadian advertisement that misrepresented Ronald Reagan’s views on tariffs.
- Advertisement Controversy: A Canadian ad featuring Reagan’s voice stated he opposed tariffs. Trump refuted this, asserting Reagan supported tariffs for national security.
- Comments Made: On October 23, Trump claimed, “CANADA CHEATED AND GOT CAUGHT!!!” regarding the advertisement.
California’s Political Climate
California Governor Gavin Newsom, a vocal opponent of Trump, has engaged in a long-standing rivalry with him. Newsom has recently announced plans for a special election on redistricting, aimed at securing more Democratic representation in Congress.
- Trump’s Nickname for Newsom: Trump often refers to Newsom as “Newscum.”
- Potential Presidential Bid: Newsom has hinted at a possible run for the Democratic nomination in 2028 during a recent interview.
This mock post serves as a reminder of the polarized relationships between political figures and the amplifying power of social media. Trump continually influences conversations around key topics, from sports to politics, despite the authenticity of the messages in circulation.
