Former President Donald Trump, currently embroiled in a civil fraud trial, has once again claimed he possesses irrefutable evidence that the 2020 presidential election was stolen from him. Trump’s statements were made on his social media platform, Truth Social, where he reiterated his intention to present this alleged evidence in court. Despite his persistent claims, many have pointed out a disturbing undercurrent in his language.
During a recent post, Trump declared, “Massive information and 100% evidence will be made available during the Corrupt Trials started by our Political Opponent.” Observers noted that by replacing the letter ‘R’ in his statement, one could discern the derogatory term that Trump seemingly wishes to use.
This incident is not isolated; Trump’s choice of words has raised concerns before. Following the announcement of a racketeering indictment by Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, where Trump and 18 associates were charged in a conspiracy to alter Georgia’s 2020 election results, he made racially charged remarks on Truth Social. Specifically, he commented, “They never went after those that Rigged the Election. They only went after those that fought to find the RIGGERS!”
Trump’s history of associating with white supremacists and making divisive statements is well-documented. He has previously faced criticism for his reluctance to condemn white supremacist groups, even going so far as to refer to them as “very fine people.” His recent use of coded language further underscores concerns about his divisive rhetoric.
Despite these controversies, Trump remains a prominent figure within the Republican Party and is considered a frontrunner for the 2024 presidential race. His continued support raises questions about the direction of the party and the values it represents in the upcoming election.