URGENT UPDATE: Eric Trump has ignited a fierce backlash online following his assertion that his father, former President Donald Trump, is “saving God” and Christianity. The controversial comments were made on October 3, 2023, during an appearance on the Benny Show podcast, where he claimed, “We’re saving Christianity. We’re saving God.”
The remarks have triggered widespread confusion and anger from critics across social media platforms. Many are interpreting Eric Trump’s statements as a blatant overreach, likening it to a new doctrine within the MAGA movement. Liberal podcaster Jon Favreau reacted sharply, suggesting, “We’ve moved rather quickly from ‘God saved Trump’ to ‘Trump is saving God.’”
In his comments, Eric Trump further asserted, “We’re saving the family unit. We’re saving this nation,” citing cultural shifts he believes have occurred under his father’s influence. He pointed to decreased visibility of protests and perceived “wokeness” in companies as evidence of a return to traditional values. “You no longer have Colin Kaepernick kneeling for the national anthem,” he declared.
Moreover, he claimed that Trump’s survival of an assassination attempt during the campaign trail proves divine protection, framing these events as a sign of God’s favor. Despite his father joking about not going to heaven, Eric Trump argued that the former president’s accomplishments, including the Israel-Hamas peace deal, affirm his spiritual standing.
The backlash intensified as critics derided Eric’s comments as “insane and offensive.” Mike Inacay, a staffer for Democratic Senator Brian Schatz, tweeted, “Maybe the most insane and offensive thing anyone can say.” Even some in conservative circles expressed discomfort, with Trump 2020 staffer Lizzie Marbach stating, “I audibly gasped when I heard him say this.”
Despite the uproar, Donald Trump endorsed Eric’s new memoir, Under Siege, which he promoted on X, stating, “Don’t forget to get a copy of my son Eric’s book, which is breaking records everywhere.” The book, which was released on the same day as Eric’s podcast appearance, details the Trump family’s trials and tribulations, framing them as an attack on America itself.
In the book, Eric discusses “gripping moments from his life as a vital part of America’s most powerful family,” including the infamous raids on Mar-a-Lago and accusations surrounding Russiagate. The promotional material from the Trump Organization claims, “This wasn’t just an attack on a president, or even his family. America itself was under siege.”
As this story continues to unfold, the implications of Eric Trump’s comments and their reception may have lasting effects on public perception of the Trump family and their political aspirations. Keep an eye on further developments as responses from both supporters and opponents are likely to escalate in the coming hours and days.
