President Donald J. Trump appeared to inadvertently share what appears to be a private reply on his Truth Social platform on Monday, May 25, 2026, prompting a mix of amusement and criticism from observers across the political spectrum.
The post, timestamped in the morning, reads: “Mike: Thank you for your nice words on Fox. We are on the same path. Keep up the great work. Good luck on the Show! President DJT.”
It was quickly noted by media watchers, including journalist Aaron Rupar, who highlighted it on X with a lighthearted “lol.”
This marks the latest instance in which Trump has seemingly used the platform as his primary means of direct communication since launching it in 2022, in a manner that blurs the lines between public statements and private correspondence.
Similar Incidents
Trump has a documented history of such postings. In September 2025, he publicly shared what was widely reported as a private message intended for then-Attorney General Pam Bondi, pressing her on investigations into political opponents, including James Comey, Adam Schiff, and Letitia James.
The Wall Street Journal and other outlets reported that Trump believed he had sent it privately before it appeared on his public feed. He followed up with a public defense of Bondi’s performance.
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Earlier in 2026, Trump also shared screenshots of private text messages from foreign leaders, including French President Emmanuel Macron and NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte, praising his administration’s actions on Syria, Gaza, and Ukraine. He defended the move by saying the messages “made my point.”
The latest post appears directed at a “Mike” who recently appeared on Fox News. Likely candidates include former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee, a longtime Trump ally and frequent Fox commentator.
Public reactions and reposts suggest the message was interpreted as appreciative of supportive commentary on the network.
Truth Social remains central to Trump’s communication strategy. Launched amid his deplatforming from major sites after January 6, 2021, the platform has grown but still trails X in overall reach.
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Trump frequently posts multiple times daily, often late into the night, mixing policy announcements, praise for allies, attacks on critics, and personal commentary.
Political Reaction to Trump’s Post
Reactions on Monday were swift but not uniformly shocked. Many Americans have grown accustomed to Trump’s social media style over the past decade. Conservative voices celebrated the rapport with supporters in the media, while some independents and Democrats expressed concern about presidential decorum and operational security.
No official statement from the White House addressed the post directly as of late Monday. Trump has, in the past, deleted or followed up on similar messages, sometimes claiming they were intentional.
