By Stephanie Kelly
NEW YORK (Multibagger) - The upcoming debate between Republican Donald Trump and Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris is not just a clash of ideas on TV screens. It's a digital showdown as both campaigns prepare to dominate social media with viral memes and video edits.
Social media is a key battleground in this year's election cycle, with both parties enlisting content creators and influencers to promote their policies and candidates.
As the debate approaches, both campaigns are ramping up their social media presence and gearing up to fact check each other in real time.
Trump currently leads Harris on X and TikTok in terms of followers, with his campaign garnering 44 million "likes" on videos compared to Harris's 100 million.
Harris's campaign is actively engaging with its 1.3 million followers on social media platform X, calling out what they anticipate will be Trump's lies during the debate and vowing to fact check him on the spot.
Meanwhile, Team Trump's account on X, boasting 2.4 million followers, is taking a more light-hearted approach, posting videos to set the "debate night mood" and teasing to fact check Harris as well.
Earlier, the White House condemned Republicans for spreading false claims about Haitian immigrants on social media, after U.S. vice presidential candidate JD Vance and others made unfounded accusations about them eating pets.
Analysis:
In today's digital age, social media has become a powerful tool for political campaigns to reach and influence voters. The Trump vs. Harris debate is not limited to the stage but extends to the virtual world, where each side is vying for attention and support.
By leveraging platforms like X and TikTok, both campaigns are able to connect with millions of users and shape the narrative surrounding the debate. From fact checking to meme wars, every post and video has the potential to sway opinions and mobilize supporters.
As voters, it's important to be aware of the influence of social media in shaping political discourse and to critically evaluate the information presented online. By staying informed and engaged, we can better navigate the digital landscape and make informed decisions at the ballot box.