Traffic to former President Donald Trump’s social media platform, Truth Social, surged during President Joe Biden’s State of the Union Address, causing the site to crash for hours as users flocked to read Trump’s live responses. The overwhelming demand reflects the anticipation of a potential showdown between Trump and Biden in the upcoming general election.
Donald Trump on Truth Social preempts Biden's blame shifting on the border many expect from tonight's SOTU address: pic.twitter.com/ahdz4ZZRwG
— Charlie Kirk (@charliekirk11) March 8, 2024
While some users experienced intermittent delays during Biden’s speech, many others faced prolonged outages as Truth Social struggled to handle the unprecedented traffic. Trump’s promise of providing real-time commentary on Biden’s address amplified the excitement among his followers, who eagerly awaited his remarks.
Trump seized the opportunity to critique Biden’s policies, particularly on immigration, highlighting the surge in migrant-related violence fueled by the administration’s open border approach. His pointed responses resonated with his base, showcasing the enthusiasm and support behind his potential candidacy.
President Trump posted to Truth Social commenting on Biden’s SOTU address.
I agree with him completely. Biden is unhinged. pic.twitter.com/pOCTEUZ056
— The Great Resistance (@ResistanceGreat) March 8, 2024
The website disruptions mirrored the overflow crowds often seen at Trump’s campaign rallies, underscoring the fervor of his supporters. Reports of access issues and glitches further illustrate the platform’s challenges in accommodating the influx of users, with some expressing frustration over recurring technical difficulties.
As Truth Social grapples with scalability issues, Trump’s online presence continues to galvanize his base, setting the stage for a high-stakes political showdown in the months ahead.