Donald Trump and the Rise of Conspiracy Theories Following Debate Controversy

Wednesday, 11 September 2024, 04:58

Donald Trump continues to provoke attention as his fans spread conspiracy theories regarding his debate performance. The aftermath of the debate has seen Trump and his supporters attempting to justify the event through outlandish claims about Vice President Kamala Harris and her attire. This unusual scapegoating highlights the influence of conspiracy narratives in the ongoing 2024 election cycle.
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Donald Trump and the Rise of Conspiracy Theories Following Debate Controversy

Conspiracy Theories Emerge from Trump's Debate

In the wake of a debated performance widely criticized as disastrous, Donald Trump and his followers have taken to social media to push conspiracy theories surrounding the events. Key discussions have centered around Kamala Harris's earrings, which some believe were enhanced with earphones for coaching purposes.

The Origins of the Earrings Conspiracy

Shortly after the debate, a flurry of posts appeared on X (formerly Twitter), asserting that Harris's earrings were actually audio devices. Such claims were propagated by prominent pro-Trump disinformation accounts, garnering millions of views.

  • The earrings bore a striking resemblance to NOVA H1 Audio Earrings.
  • Speculation intensified among Trump supporters, desperate to rationalize his underwhelming debate performance.
  • Harris effectively challenged Trump's weaknesses, prompting his erratic responses.

Trump's Continued Use of Disinformation

Throughout the debate, Trump relied heavily on disinformation, making false statements about various controversies, including immigration and past riots. Post-debate, he insisted the event was rigged, claiming a three-on-one bias against him. Such rhetoric resonates with his base, solidifying their belief in conspiracy theories as a political strategy for the upcoming 2024 election.


This article was prepared using information from open sources in accordance with the principles of Ethical Policy. The editorial team is not responsible for absolute accuracy, as it relies on data from the sources referenced.


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