Former President Donald Trump faced public embarrassment during his recent rally in Derry, New Hampshire, as he mistakenly referred to Viktor Orbán, Hungary’s prime minister, as “the leader of Turkey.” The slip of the tongue, caught on video, prompted his estranged niece, Mary Trump, to publicly mock him on social media.
During the rally on October 23, 2023, Trump addressed the crowd, praising Orbán, a political leader known for his strong stance. Trump, however, erred in identifying Orbán’s country, referring to him as the leader of Turkey instead. The gaffe did not go unnoticed by the audience and quickly made its way onto social media platforms.
Mary Trump, a vocal critic of her uncle, took to X (formerly Twitter) to share the video clip. Alongside the footage, she posted a scathing remark: “Man. Woman. Camera. TV. Moron.” The post garnered significant attention, with many users joining the conversation and sharing their opinions on the former president’s mistake.
In a subsequent tweet, Mary Trump seized the opportunity to promote her newsletter, taking a swipe at Donald Trump’s financial situation. She wrote, “Want to help get under Donald’s skin tonight while he embarrasses himself on stage? As Donald’s financial valuations continue to decline, my newsletter keeps on growing.”
Mary Trump’s reaction reflects the ongoing tension between her and the former president. Despite being family, their relationship has been marked by public disagreements, making headlines multiple times over the past years.
The incident further adds to a series of public blunders made by the former president, which have often fueled discussions about his fitness for office. As social media continues to serve as a platform for such incidents to gain traction, it remains to be seen how this latest episode will impact public perception of the former commander-in-chief.
