House Dems deemed ‘actors reading a script’ over identical social media posts
At least 50 House Democrats are facing criticism for posting identical talking points to social media, with some accusing them of being “actors reading a script.” The coordinated message, shared by various lawmakers including Rep. Maxwell Frost, Rep. Jamie Raskin, and Rep. Debbie Dingell, expressed support for a four-week funding extension to keep the government open and avoid harmful cuts.
Elon Musk, who is leading cost-cutting efforts at the Department of Government Efficiency, called out the Democrats for their synchronized posts, labeling it a “ridiculous political puppet show.” Critics like Republican commentator Matt Whitlock and Fox News contributor Joe Concha have also panned the Democrats as the “cut-and-paste party” and questioned the authenticity of their messaging.
Rep. Dingell defended the coordinated social media post, stating that House Democrats are united in their commitment to serving the American people and keeping the government operational. However, the move is part of a larger trend of Democratic lawmakers posting identical content to social media, with Senate Democrats facing similar criticism earlier this year for a synchronized video ahead of President Trump’s address to Congress.
Despite the backlash, some Democrats like Sen. Corey Booker have defended the strategy as a way to reach a broader audience online. However, critics like media fellow Jeremy Hunt argue that the party’s messaging is lacking substance and coherence, leading to disjointed and ineffective communication with the public.
The Democrats’ attempt to break through the noise with coordinated social media campaigns has been met with mixed reactions, with some observers questioning the party’s overall messaging strategy. As the political landscape continues to evolve, it remains to be seen how Democrats will adapt their communication tactics to effectively engage with voters and convey their policy priorities.
