Former United States President Donald Trump’s Christmas Day message has stirred widespread reactions on social media after he combined seasonal greetings with sharp political rhetoric.
The message, posted on X on December 25, blended holiday wishes with forceful attacks on political opponents and sweeping claims about national progress, quickly drawing attention across digital platforms.
In the post, Trump extended Christmas greetings to both supporters and critics, while using confrontational language to criticise what he described as the “Radical Left.” He went on to outline his views on immigration, crime, gender issues, the economy, and national security, asserting that the country was experiencing strong economic performance, low crime rates, and renewed global respect.
He claimed that open borders, weak law enforcement, and certain social policies were no longer in place, while crediting tariffs and economic policies for what he described as record growth, strong markets, and improved national security. He concluded the message with a patriotic sign-off, blessing America.
The post rapidly gained traction, prompting mixed reactions that ranged from praise and humour to criticism and concern over tone.
Some users responded light-heartedly, describing the message as a familiar Trump tradition of mixing holiday wishes with political jabs. Others used the moment to push political demands, including calls for stricter immigration enforcement or renewed debate over past election controversies.
Several commentators focused on Trump’s communication style, noting his ability to dominate headlines even on major holidays. Supporters praised what they viewed as confidence and boldness, while critics argued that the language was unnecessarily divisive for a Christmas message.
One user expressed disappointment despite past support for Trump, criticising the use of derogatory terms during a holiday traditionally associated with peace and goodwill.
As with many of Trump’s public statements, the Christmas message underscored his continued ability to polarise opinion, spark debate, and command attention online — even on a day typically reserved for celebration rather than politics.
