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Trump's Truth Social Posts Spark Controversy and Accountability Demands

2/20/2026

Summary

Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump’s posts on Truth Social appear to come from him, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said, contradicting claims that a staffer posted a racist video.
Leavitt's statement raises questions about who controls Trump's social media, with Scavino typically managing posts and Harp also involved.
MAGA activists demand accountability from Steve Bannon after messages show discussions of using the 25th Amendment to remove Trump, sparking outrage.

History

Historical Context

The 25th Amendment, ratified in 1973, established procedures for presidential succession and was invoked during the Watergate scandal, leading to Richard Nixon's resignation on August 9, 1974. Today, discussions among MAGA activists about using the amendment to remove Donald Trump reflect ongoing Republican Party tensions, echoing the political upheaval of the Nixon era and potentially reshaping future accountability measures within the party.

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Story summary

U.S. President Donald Trump’s posts on Truth Social appear to come from him, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said, contradicting claims that a staffer posted a racist video.
Leavitt's statement raises questions about who controls Trump's social media, with Scavino typically managing posts and Harp also involved.
MAGA activists demand accountability from Steve Bannon after messages show discussions of using the 25th Amendment to remove Trump, sparking outrage.

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