President Donald Trump has come under scrutiny for amplifying posts from foreign accounts that pose as supporters of his political movement. During an intense late-night session on Truth Social, Trump shared over 160 posts in less than four hours, many of which originated from accounts located outside the United States.
This revelation was first reported by MeidasNews, which identified several posts from X (formerly known as Twitter) that were linked to users in various regions, including South and East Asia, Europe, and India. The new “About This Account” tool introduced by X allows users to see details about account registration, creation dates, and location, exposing a pattern where high-profile MAGA accounts were found operating overseas.
In one instance, Trump reposted content from the account @MilaJoy, which promoted unfounded claims related to the January 6 Capitol attack. The account, while listed as being based in the U.S., carries a VPN warning indicating that its true location may be obscured. The post stated, “Lock her up,” referring to former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi.
Another notable account, @NathanielSami, with over 65,000 followers, also received Trump’s endorsement. Despite its pro-Trump content, X identifies this account as based in South Asia. Among the posts shared by Trump were messages praising his immigration policies and echoing his “America First” slogan. The account’s bio reads, “Trump fan #LoveTrump.”
Trump’s online activity included a post from @Thevictoria76, which claimed to be a conservative supporter of Trump’s 2024 campaign. This account, too, is located in South Asia. One of the posts shared by Trump read, “REVERSE MIGRATION IS HERE!…Promises Made. Promises KEPT!”
Some accounts even made bold claims, with one user from South Asia declaring Trump “the greatest president to ever live.” Another post stated, “Donald Trump is not a Democrat, he’s not even a Republican, he’s a movement!” These statements highlight the extent of foreign influence in the online MAGA community.
The use of fake accounts to bolster political messaging is not a new tactic. Experts from the independent nonprofit Center for Information Resilience have documented similar behavior, particularly during the 2024 election cycle. This strategy raises questions about the authenticity of online support and the potential implications for political discourse.
The Daily Beast has reached out to the White House for further comment regarding this situation. As the political landscape continues to evolve, the impact of foreign influence on domestic politics remains a crucial issue for lawmakers and voters alike.
