Staff Reports
Oh boy, buckle up because it’s time to dissect this comical display of moderator mayhem at the GOP debate. As if the chaos unfolding on stage wasn’t enough, one of the moderators decided to kick things off with a tongue-twisting fumble. It seems like Stuart Varney from Fox Business couldn’t quite get his words straight when introducing Ilia Calderón from Univision. I mean, seriously, how hard is it to pronounce a name correctly? I guess it set the tone for the rest of the night, with the debate spiraling into a hot mess.
Now, let’s talk about Fox’s incompetence. They were clearly out of their element without our beloved former President Donald Trump gracing them with his presence. Instead, Trump was off delivering a powerful speech to the hardworking United Auto Workers in Michigan. Can you blame him? Who wants to waste time with a bunch of low-polling alternatives bickering on stage, right?
And let’s not forget the internet trolls who had a field day with Varney’s slip-up. One of them even went as far as calling him a “drunk orangutan.” Yikes! Although I must admit, the resemblance is quite striking.
But let’s move on to the genius move by the master strategist himself, President Trump. By skipping this chaotic circus, he gave himself a chance to shift his focus to a head-to-head match with President Joe Biden. It’s a smart move, folks. Why waste time with a bunch of also-rans when you can go straight for the top?
And let’s not forget about the polling. The Republican frontrunner, who we all know is Trump, enjoys sky-high approval ratings among GOP voters. Can you blame them? Compared to the lackluster performance we witnessed at this debate, Trump truly stands head and shoulders above the rest.
Even though Trump wasn’t physically present, he still managed to make his presence felt. His team was busy posting on Truth Social, his very own social media platform. They shared a clip of former Wisconsin Governor Scott Walker, who declared that the guy in Michigan was more interesting than the gaggle of candidates in California. Ouch, talk about a brutal takedown. But hey, Trump also won an online poll on Truth Social, proving that he doesn’t even need to be there to dominate the stage.
In contrast, California Governor Gavin Newsom chimed in to mock the debate, comparing it to the XFL or a junior varsity team. Sorry, Gov, but the only professional campaign we see is the one being run by Trump.
All in all, this debate was a chaotic mess from start to finish, with a moderator stumble at the very beginning and a cast of also-rans vying for attention. Trump’s strategic absence and continued dominance prove that he is still the one to beat. Let’s hope the next debate brings some sanity and stronger moderation to the table.
