Donald Trump, the presumed Republican nominee for president, has made a number of unusual comments during his speeches and rallies. These include claims that he defeated Barack Obama in an election, referring to Hamas as “hummus”, and stating that wind turbines were killing whales “in numbers never seen before.” A conspiracy theorist and Trump supporter recently suggested that “liberals” were showing “faux outrage” over comments Trump made praising the fictional cannibal Hannibal Lecter from The Silence of the Lambs.
The conspiracy theorist, Liz Crokin, claimed that Trump had called Hannibal Lecter a “wonderful man” at a rally, leading to outrage from liberals on social media. Crokin, known for spreading false and misleading information, is associated with the QAnon conspiracy theory and has promoted various unfounded claims in the past. Despite her controversial background, her claim about Trump’s comments regarding Lecter matched what he actually said at a rally in New Jersey.
During the rally, Trump congratulated Hannibal Lecter and then segued into a discussion about immigration, stating that there were people being released into the country that he did not want. This is not the first time that Trump has mentioned Lecter during his speeches, as he previously praised the character during a speech in Iowa. However, none of the actors who have portrayed Lecter have publicly expressed love for Donald Trump, as the former president had claimed.
While some may view Trump’s comments regarding Hannibal Lecter as unusual or inappropriate, they have added to the list of controversial remarks he has made during his political career. Despite criticisms of his main political rival, President Joe Biden, for making confusing blunders, Trump has also faced backlash for his own statements and asides. This incident involving the fictional cannibal has once again sparked debate and discussion online, with many questioning the former president’s choice of words.
In conclusion, Donald Trump’s comments praising Hannibal Lecter at a rally in New Jersey have led to controversy and accusations of “faux outrage” from liberals on social media. The conspiracy theorist Liz Crokin, known for spreading false information, claimed that Trump’s remarks were causing a stir among his critics. While the former president’s comments may have been intended as a seemingly lighthearted reference, they have generated division and debate among the public. As the political landscape continues to evolve, it is clear that Trump’s unorthodox and polarizing communication style remains a topic of discussion and scrutiny.
