A heated exchange on ABC's "The View" sets off a firestorm of reactions from prominent Trump supporters and political figures.
According to Daily Mail, billionaire businessman Mark Cuban faced intense criticism after claiming that Donald Trump does not surround himself with "intelligent women."
The comments, made during his appearance on The View, sparked immediate backlash from Trump's inner circle and supporters, coming just days after President Joe Biden referred to MAGA supporters as "garbage."
Cuban, a prominent Kamala Harris supporter worth $6 billion, made these remarks while speaking from his private jet. The Dallas Mavericks co-owner's statement drew disagreement even from The View's host Joy Behar, who pointed out that Stormy Daniels was intelligent.
Trump's national press secretary Karoline Leavitt condemned Cuban's comments as an insult to thousands of women working for Trump and millions of female voters.
The campaign quickly connected these remarks to their narrative about Democrats' alleged contempt for Trump supporters.
Kellyanne Conway, Trump's former senior counselor, appeared on Fox News to defend the women in Trump's administration. She emphasized the presence of numerous women and mothers in top positions during Trump's White House tenure.
Sports anchor Sage Steele delivered one of the most pointed responses to Cuban's comments. She questioned his logic about strong women and their political affiliations.
I've got to say, I have known you and respected you and loved you for a really long time. What you just said is disrespectful and it crosses the line.
Several prominent women associated with Trump's campaign took to social media to challenge Cuban's characterization. Susie Wiles, Trump 2024 senior advisor, posted images of herself with the former president on X.
The controversy has drawn attention to the role of women in Trump's political sphere, including his daughter-in-law, Lara Trump, who serves as the Republican National Committee co-chair. These women have actively worked to counter the Cuban narrative.
Democratic strategists worry that such comments might alienate potential voters, especially women who support Trump. The incident has reignited discussions about political rhetoric and its impact on voter perception.
The incident highlights the increasingly contentious nature of political discourse as the election approaches. Cuban's remarks, combined with recent statements from President Biden, have intensified debates about political rhetoric and respect for voters across party lines.
The controversy continues to generate discussion about the role and representation of women in politics, particularly within Trump's circle. As the election draws closer, such incidents may influence voter sentiment and campaign strategies for both parties.
