Wed Sep 11 09:41:42 UTC 2024: ## Stephen King Criticizes Trump During Debate, Sparks Online Discussion

**Pennsylvania, October 30, 2024** – Author Stephen King joined the chorus of online commentators during Tuesday’s heated presidential debate between Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. King, a vocal Trump critic, took to X (formerly Twitter) to express his opinion, saying “Trump sounds barking mad.”

His post, which has been viewed over a million times, sparked a flurry of reactions. While many users agreed with King, others defended the former president, arguing he was expressing the sentiments of many Americans.

Trump’s campaign, in response to Newsweek’s inquiry, claimed that the former president was the clear winner of the debate, highlighting his “masterful performance” and his strong vision for the future. They criticized Harris’s record and policy positions, labeling her as a representative of “oppressive, big government policies.”

King continued to comment on the debate, observing Trump’s physical appearance and criticizing the moderators for allowing him to “mansplain.”

The debate also saw Trump making unsubstantiated claims about immigrants eating pets in Ohio, leading to widespread online backlash and a statement from Springfield police confirming there were no credible reports of such incidents.

The online conversation surrounding the debate highlights the deep political divisions in the country and the continued scrutiny of Trump’s behavior and rhetoric.

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