New York City, NY – In a move that’s got everyone buzzing, former President Donald Trump took to social media to make a surprising comment about Vice President Kamala Harris. Trump, never one to shy away from controversy, recently called Harris “beautiful” while making a rather odd comparison between a recent drawing of her on the cover of TIME magazine and his wife, Melania Trump.
The artwork, which has been making waves for its bold depiction of Harris, caught Trump’s attention. He quickly took to his platform to say, “I have to admit, Kamala Harris looks beautiful on that TIME cover. But if you look closely, doesn’t she remind you a bit of Melania? Or is it just me?”
Of course, the internet exploded. Some were left scratching their heads, wondering why Trump would draw such a comparison, while others found it to be just another one of his off-the-cuff remarks. The comment, however, has sparked a whirlwind of debates, with fans and critics alike weighing in on everything from his use of the word “beautiful” to the supposed resemblance between the two women.
Supporters of Harris were quick to dismiss Trump’s words as yet another example of his penchant for stirring the pot. On the other hand, some of Trump’s followers praised him for acknowledging Harris’s beauty, even if it was in his typically unusual style.
As for Melania, she has remained silent on the matter, leaving the internet to speculate on her thoughts about the comparison. But knowing Trump, this won’t be the last we hear of this unexpected compliment—or the ensuing drama. The only question left is, what will he say next?
Trump Compares Kamala to Melania
“She didn’t look like Camilla. Of course, she’s a beautiful woman, and we’ll leave it at that,” Trump commented. Elon Musk replied, “Right…yeah.” Kamala Harris was featured on the recent cover of Time in a black-and-white sketch titled “Her Moment,” illustrated by Neil Jamieson.
Harris’ Political Journey
Where has Kamala Harris been all this time? For years, Democratic officials have doubted her political skills, pundits have mocked her speech patterns, and polls have shown her limited popularity. Her performance in the 2020 presidential primaries was rocky, and her role as Biden’s running mate hasn’t inspired much confidence. Recently, when insiders discussed potential replacements if Biden steps aside, some major donors were openly saying, “He’s not going to win,” according to Amanda Littman, co-founder of Run for Something, an organization that supports young Democrats.
Social media reacts to Trump
Trump’s unusual comment comparing Melania and Kamala Harris sparked backlash on social media. “Oh, I’m sure Melania likes him,” one user joked. “Trump keeps it classy.” During the conversation, he criticized the media, claiming they were giving Harris a “free ride.” Harris became the Democratic nominee after Biden dropped out of the 2024 race.
Focus on looks, not leadership
Trump continued, describing Harris as a “beautiful woman.” “She looks like the most beautiful actress ever,” he said. It was a picture, and indeed, she looked like a great first lady, Melania.” Another social media user noted, “He said she looked young and called her beautiful twice. The guy can’t help it – he thinks she’s hot and he has to say it. Sheesh.”
Democratic strategist Julie Roginsky responded, saying, “That’s insulting. The same would apply if she commented on her appearance. “People want leaders who can address real concerns.” Trump complained that the media gave Harris a “free ride,” as evidenced by her appearance on the cover of Time magazine. Known for his obsession with Time, Trump even displayed his own fake covers at his club.
However, Harris is accurately depicted on the cover. Although Trump calls it a “drawing,” the photo credit reads: “Photo-Illustration by Neil Jamieson for TIME (Source photos: Harris: Andrew Harnick Getty Images; Getty Images (2)).” It uses a July 22, 2024, photograph of Harris, which is juxtaposed with images of her supporters, which have been digitally altered in color and style, but her facial features, including wrinkles, remain true to life.
Trump’s controversial past and legal battles
In 2016, Trump’s campaign nearly collapsed after a 2005 audio recording surfaced in which he bragged about touching women – comments he dismissed as “locker room talk.” More recently, a court last year found Trump guilty of sexually assaulting author E. Jean Carroll in a department store dressing room during the 1990s. Earlier this year, he was convicted of 34 counts of falsifying business records related to “hush money” payments to Stormy Daniels, a porn star who claims she had an affair with him.
GOP struggles to criticize Harris
Republicans have been increasingly trying to attack Harris, with race and gender becoming increasingly difficult to avoid in their criticism. GOP lawmakers on Capitol Hill labeled Harris, the daughter of Jamaican and Indian immigrants, a “DEI hire,” prompting party leaders to intervene. Trump’s campaign and surrogates have ultimately focused on criticizing and, to some extent, mocking Harris’s progressive record. Trump, however, has had difficulty separating his identity from his communications. Behind closed doors, he has called Harris a “bitch,” according to a New York Times report, though a Trump campaign spokesman has denied the claim.
