Former U.S. President Donald Trump marked Christmas Day 2025 with a social media post that blended seasonal greetings with fierce political attacks and a list of claimed accomplishments.
A Seasonal Tradition of Political Barbs
On Wednesday, December 25, 2025, Trump took to his preferred social media platform to wish his followers a "Merry Christmas to all." However, the message quickly pivoted, including what he termed "the Radical Left Scum that is doing everything possible to destroy our Country." This continues a pattern of holiday-season provocations from the former president.
In 2024, Trump used the term "radical Left Lunatics" in a similar Christmas rant. The year before, in 2023, his holiday ire was directed at what he called the "evil" and "sick" "THUGS" in the Biden administration and other political circles. Observers noted the 2025 choice of "Scum" represents a slight, yet consistent, evolution in his holiday messaging tone.
Claims of Economic Success and Policy Wins
The bulk of Trump's lengthy post was dedicated to listing what he portrayed as the nation's current successes under his leadership. "We no longer have Open Borders, Men in Women’s Sports, Transgender for Everyone, or Weak Law Enforcement," he asserted.
He then shifted to economic and security metrics, claiming:
- A Record Stock Market and 401K’s
- The Lowest Crime numbers in decades
- No Inflation
- A recent 4.3 GDP, which he said was "two points better than expected"
- That "Tariffs have given us Trillions of Dollars in Growth and Prosperity"
- The "strongest National Security we have ever had"
He concluded this section by stating, "We are respected again, perhaps like never before. God Bless America!!! President DJT." While some claims about market performance and certain crime statistics can be debated, critics immediately challenged the overall accuracy and context of the statements.
Public Reaction Questions the 'Christmas Spirit'
The bitter tone of the message drew swift criticism online, with many questioning its alignment with the holiday's themes of peace and goodwill.
One observer pointedly asked, "What would Jesus do? Cause I’m sure it isn’t this." Other reactions on social media highlighted the perceived disconnect.
Account Autism Capital quipped, "Babe wake up! We've got our yearly 'Merry Christmas to everyone including the haters and losers' Trump post!"
Commentator Matthew Stadlen responded dryly, "Not convinced you’ve quite grasped the Christmas message." Another user, Fiona Barbara Munro, called it "politicised drivel" lacking in "Christmas spirit."
The surreal nature of the post led user David to note, "I always have to click the profile to make sure this is the real account and this is a real post." The sentiment was summed up by Dean Withers, who wrote sarcastically, "Nothing more Christian than to be a hateful wretched fuck on Jesus’s birthday! Representing the faith well Mr. President!"
The episode underscores how holiday messages from major political figures, particularly Trump, have become anticipated events that often generate more controversy than cheer, blending policy boasts with personal attacks in a uniquely modern political tradition.
