MAGA 更相信这个是演戏。read on please.
While official investigations maintain that the assassination attempts on Donald Trump were genuine, a growing number of MAGA supporters and high-profile influencers are expressing skepticism. This shift is particularly notable following a third incident at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on April 25, 2026, which has reignited conspiracy theories about previous events.
Rising Skepticism Within the MAGA Movement
Recent reports indicate a "permission structure" for these claims has emerged among Trump's own base.
Influencer Claims: Figures like Tim Dillon and Candace Owens have publicly suggested the 2024 Butler shooting may have been staged, citing a lack of transparency in the investigation as a primary reason for their doubt.
The "Antichrist" Narrative: Some far-right activists, including Ali Alexander, have linked the survival of the shooting to biblical prophecy, suggesting the event was a "deception" or a "dark sign".
Policy Dissatisfaction: Researchers suggest that as some supporters become disillusioned with Trump—specifically regarding his stance on foreign policy or the war in Iran—they are more likely to revisit and question past events they once saw as "miraculous".
The Latest Incident (April 2026)
Following the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, the term "staged" surged on social media, with over 300,000 posts on X by the following day.
Coordination Theories: Some critics pointed to dozens of pro-Trump accounts posting identical messages about building a new White House ballroom immediately after the event as evidence of a "coordinated messaging" effort
Shift in Public Sentiment
Historically, "staged" conspiracy theories were primarily pushed by anti-Trump accounts. However, current data suggests a "split reality" where both sides are increasingly skeptical:
Left-Wing Skepticism: Shortly after the 2024 Butler shooting, roughly one in three Biden supporters found it credible that the event was staged.
Right-Wing Skepticism: By April 2026, skepticism has noticeably expanded into mainstream MAGA discourse, driven by figures like Tucker Carlson who have questioned the FBI’s handling of these investigations.
