Incompetent a******’: Stephen King delivers his most brutal takedown of Donald Trump yet

Stephen King, the master of horror and suspense, has never been a fan of Donald Trump, and over the years, he’s made that very clear with a steady stream of criticism aimed at the former president.

But his most recent comment on social media has left many people stunned by its raw honesty and blunt delivery. On June 20th, King took to X, formerly known as Twitter, and wrote, “Deep down in his heart, I believe Trump knows he’s an incompetent a\*\*\*\*\*\*.” The post didn’t include fancy language or metaphors, just a direct statement that hit hard and went viral almost instantly. Within hours, it had over 62,000 likes and thousands of retweets and replies, with people from all sides chiming in.

This wasn’t just a casual insult. It was a moment where King, known for his storytelling, chose simplicity over style—and it worked. For many, his words perfectly captured the growing public frustration with Trump’s recent behavior, including odd political decisions, vague promises, and a refusal to take responsibility. People are still talking about how Trump reportedly approved paving over parts of the White House Rose Garden, a move many viewed as unnecessary and disrespectful. There’s also been criticism of how he handled ICE raids in Los Angeles, which sparked national protests, and his now almost comical habit of saying he’ll take action on important issues “in two weeks” but then doing nothing.

King’s post wasn’t just about calling Trump names—it was a reflection of what many Americans seem to be feeling. A sense of disbelief. A sense of being let down. And a sense that Trump, deep down, may know he’s in over his head but continues to act as if he’s doing a perfect job. King’s fans and critics alike responded strongly. One user said, “I think he spent a lot of time in front of a mirror saying the opposite until he tricked himself into believing it,” while another chimed in sarcastically, “What heart?” It wasn’t just the words that struck people—it was the timing, the mood, and how much the message resonated in just one sentence.

King has also recently used humor and creativity to take shots at Trump. In another post, he shared an AI-generated image of Trump as a taco—a strange and funny jab related to the nickname “Taco Trump,” which supposedly stands for “Trump Always Chickens Out.” While that post brought laughter, this latest one brought fire. It’s clear that King’s attacks aren’t slowing down, and with the upcoming U.S. election cycle heating up, many people expect him to stay vocal.

Despite the backlash King sometimes gets from Trump supporters, he remains unapologetic in expressing his political views. He doesn’t hide behind vague statements or coded language. Whether it’s through humor or straight-up criticism, King continues to be one of the loudest celebrity voices speaking out against Trump. And based on the reactions to his latest comment, people are definitely listening.

Fans are now keeping an eye on his account, wondering what his next move will be. As one user put it: “Your move, King.”