Renowned author, Stephen King, known for his horror novels like “The Shining” and “Carrie,” is making waves on social media with his recent dig at former President, Donald Trump.
On Wednesday, King, a vocal Democrat and frequent Trump critic, took a light-hearted jab at Trump’s age in response to a supporter’s inquiry about Trump potentially reclaiming the presidency. King’s response, “But he’s so OLD! :-)”, captured attention.
The post playfully referenced criticisms of President Joe Biden’s age, pointing out the irony to those unaware of the satirical nature of the comment.
Several Trump supporters, misinterpreting King’s jest, replied with remarks questioning King’s recent support for Biden, highlighting the humor in the mix-up.
Others chimed in, adding that Trump, despite being younger than Biden, might be too aged to serve another term as president, humorously portraying him as “shambling” and “out to pasture.”
Trump, at 78, recently became the oldest presidential nominee, with Biden, three years his junior, receiving similar scrutiny over cognitive ability before stepping down from the race.
Historian Heather Cox Richardson also weighed in on age concerns, citing a recent poll showing a majority suspecting Trump might be past his prime for government work, contrasting with perceptions of Kamala Harris’ mental agility.
The online exchange highlights the ongoing dialogue around age and political fitness in American politics, offering comic relief amidst serious discussions.