Donald Trump's Next Move: Social Media or Another Electoral Bid?

After the impeachment trial, Donald Trump's next move is likely to be influenced by the outcomes of the upcoming election fraud Supreme Court hearings. According to reports, Trump still claims the election was stolen from him, a stance his lawyers have advised him to maintain until after the impeachment trial is over.

Additionally, Trump may face legal challenges for his role in the January 6th attack on the Capitol. Therefore, he should avoid publicly repeating his election fraud claims to avoid potential legal issues.

Trump's addiction to cheering crowds has led to speculation about whether he will listen to his lawyers or if he will go on a series of speeches across the country. These speeches would likely be paid events, allowing him to capitalize on his appeal to his supporters.

Die-hard Fans and Political Alliances

While Trump still has his die-hard supporters, many of them are becoming less and less loyal as he ages and gains weight. Trump's appearance and behavior have become increasingly questionable, making it difficult for him to maintain a positive public image. His 'sore loser' faction has even had to be given separate time outside before the Republican Party convention to avoid public humiliation.

Regardless of who wins the upcoming election, the political landscape will be challenging. Both parties will face their own set of difficulties if they cannot maintain their moral clarity regarding human rights and the value of science.

It is worth noting that Trump's ability to generate free publicity remains unmatched. Even though he has been out of the White House for weeks, blocked on Twitter, and has said little in public, people still cannot stop talking about him. This consistent media coverage is a double-edged sword for any successor in the coming election, as it will be harder for any fake news or hacks involving social media to go unnoticed.

However, Trump and his allies may argue that their First Amendment rights are being violated when site owners assert their right to moderate content to ensure its factual integrity. This argument, while seemingly valid, is unlikely to succeed. The reality on the web has been that people have accepted the need for site owners to moderate content for years. This attempt to paint themselves as victims is more likely to paint Trump into a corner associated with authoritarian tendencies.