Liberal Author Stephen King Returns to Twitter with Anti-Trump and Musk Salvos
Introduction
Stephen King, renowned horror author and vocal liberal voice, has made a surprising return to Twitter, breaking his pledge to abandon the platform after citing its "toxic" atmosphere. Upon his reappearance, he unleashed a barrage of insults against former President Donald Trump and Twitter’s new owner, Elon Musk.
King’s Return and Attack on Trump and Musk
On Thursday, King declared his return to his nearly 7 million followers, prompting a playful response from Musk. However, King’s subsequent tweets took a decidedly hostile turn.
Just hours after resurfacing, King labeled Trump a "traitorous, Putin-loving dips—!" and extended his animosity to Musk, exclaiming, "Goes double for Elon!"
Previous Departure and Stated Reasons
In November 2020, following the presidential election, King announced his departure from Twitter. He attributed his decision to the platform’s "toxic atmosphere." At the time, he encouraged his followers to join him on Metas rival platform, Threads.
Possible Motivation for Return
The timing of King’s return to Twitter coincides with the release of "The Monkey," a horror film adaptation of his 1980 short story. However, it remains unclear whether this is a primary factor in his decision.
King’s Criticism of Trump and Republicans
King has been a persistent critic of Trump and the Republican party. During Trump’s presidency, he advocated for his impeachment and compared his treatment of migrant families to the horrors depicted in his own novels.
Previous Conflict with Musk
King has also clashed with Musk in the past over Twitter’s blue check verification system and the use of resources for Ukraine.
Reaction from Musk and King’s Representatives
Musk responded to King’s insults with a smiling emoji, suggesting a light-hearted approach. King’s representatives have not yet commented on his return to Twitter or his remarks about Trump and Musk.
Conclusion
Stephen King’s return to Twitter and his subsequent attacks on Trump and Musk have caused a stir. While the reasons for his return remain speculative, his long-standing criticism of the former president and his recent disagreement with the platform’s owner may have played a role. The incident underscores the ongoing tensions and polarizing nature of political discourse on social media.
