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Trump's Social Media Influence Reshapes Political Landscape

1/13/2026

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U.S. President Donald Trump has made social media central to governance, shaping policy on online perceptions.
Influencers and conspiracy theories significantly influence decision-making, signaling a shift to a Truth Social or X presidency.
Public official Pam Bondi uses social media tactics in traditional settings, illustrating how online discourse intersects politics.
Research highlights polarizing effects of social media and raises questions about manipulation of leaders and the public.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump has made social media central to governance, shaping policy on online perceptions.
Influencers and conspiracy theories significantly influence decision-making, signaling a shift to a Truth Social or X presidency.
Public official Pam Bondi uses social media tactics in traditional settings, illustrating how online discourse intersects politics.
Research highlights polarizing effects of social media and raises questions about manipulation of leaders and the public.