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In reply to the discussion: Really, he's not batsh*t certified f*cking insane: Here's Trump's solution for the artists bailing on CircleJerk 250 [View all]LetMyPeopleVote
(182,783 posts)57. Trump's biggest fans reject his 'lame and boring' new proposal: 'This is so egotistical'
Even trump's biggest fans do not want a trump speech instead of music at this "festival." I really hope that trump gives one of his hour plus speeches.
Trump's biggest fans reject his 'lame and boring' new proposal: 'This is so egotistical'
— Raw Story (@rawstory.com) 2026-05-30T23:30:12Z
https://www.rawstory.com/trump-2676976777/
Some of Donald Trump's most reliable supporters are pushing back after the White House announced the president would deliver a speech as the replacement for artists who pulled out of the America 250 celebration, with critics on the right calling the move self-aggrandizing and tone-deaf.
The White House promoted the event as an "AMERICA IS BACK Rally!" but prominent conservative voices were not impressed.
Matt Walsh, the right-wing commentator and one of Trump's most prominent media allies, called the decision an unforced error. "Replacing a concert with a speech is lame and boring," Walsh wrote on X. "Just go out and get real musicians to play. Don't cancel the concert just because a bunch of washed up old has-beens canceled. There are hundreds of artists out there who might not be famous but would absolutely leap at the chance to play on a stage like this."
Jenna Ellis, the former Trump campaign lawyer who was among those charged in the Georgia election interference case, was more direct. "America 250 is not about Trump," she wrote. "This is so egotistical."
Conservative commentator Jackie Chea made a similar point, suggesting Trump "shouldn't make the concert into a rally" and instead should "channel his Show Biz days and let new artists compete with patriotic songs."
The White House promoted the event as an "AMERICA IS BACK Rally!" but prominent conservative voices were not impressed.
Matt Walsh, the right-wing commentator and one of Trump's most prominent media allies, called the decision an unforced error. "Replacing a concert with a speech is lame and boring," Walsh wrote on X. "Just go out and get real musicians to play. Don't cancel the concert just because a bunch of washed up old has-beens canceled. There are hundreds of artists out there who might not be famous but would absolutely leap at the chance to play on a stage like this."
Jenna Ellis, the former Trump campaign lawyer who was among those charged in the Georgia election interference case, was more direct. "America 250 is not about Trump," she wrote. "This is so egotistical."
Conservative commentator Jackie Chea made a similar point, suggesting Trump "shouldn't make the concert into a rally" and instead should "channel his Show Biz days and let new artists compete with patriotic songs."
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Really, he's not batsh*t certified f*cking insane: Here's Trump's solution for the artists bailing on CircleJerk 250 [View all]
Miles Archer
Saturday
OP
Trump attracts the most stupid, miserable, criminal, ugly people the world has ever seen.
Irish_Dem
Saturday
#1
I saw it on Bluesky...I took the extra step of going to "Trump Truths" to prove it was legit, then...
Miles Archer
Saturday
#10
He and Hegseth want military members to attend but they have to pay their own way.
Norrrm
Saturday
#11
It's getting more difficult to keep track of his self-glorification boondoggles.
Norrrm
Saturday
#26
I just found out, the concerts were supposed to be spread out over 2 weeks, not all on July 4.
Wiz Imp
Saturday
#28
Not enough time for that much bullet proof glass. We need transparent aluminum, and quickly!
taxi
Saturday
#12
Sad and hilarious at the same time. He's deeply butthurt because even the mostly washed-up "stars"
Ocelot II
Saturday
#17
Well, he's certainly the most successful and prolific bullshit artist in history.
PCIntern
Saturday
#20
Trump admin panics in fair talent search as artists bail: 'We can't just have Kid Rock'
LetMyPeopleVote
Saturday
#25
Trump sees the U.S. as a contestant in a teen beauty pageant. She's the hottest!
RedWhiteBlueIsRacist
Saturday
#37
The dumb shit couldn't stay awake long enough even if he wants to be the main attraction.
Vinca
Saturday
#40
Damn, it's so hard to tell whether it is Trump's actual posting or the Onion....🤔
ashredux
Saturday
#43
Hilarious! This dipshit not only has no pride, he has no comprehension of the word's meaning! He's an embarassment to
KPN
Saturday
#46
"Groove with Donny as he sings your favorite songs! Don't miss the daily dance to YMCA!"
struggle4progress
Saturday
#50
Poor Donny, he got his feelings hurt 😂 Time for the "white coats" and a strait jacket.
walkingman
Saturday
#53
Trump's biggest fans reject his 'lame and boring' new proposal: 'This is so egotistical'
LetMyPeopleVote
Saturday
#57