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Updated · Fox News · Jun 8
Jack Schlossberg Calls Trump's Social Media Grip 'Genius' in NY-12 House Race at 33
Updated
Updated · Fox News · Jun 8

Jack Schlossberg Calls Trump's Social Media Grip 'Genius' in NY-12 House Race at 33

1 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jun 8

Summary

  • Jack Schlossberg, 33, said Trump has a "genius" ability to "program our minds," arguing the president sets the daily agenda by saying things everyone repeats.
  • CBS New York's interview framed the remark around campaign strategy, with Schlossberg saying Democrats must compete on social media because that is now a central way political power is wielded.
  • Schlossberg, one of several Democrats seeking Jerry Nadler's New York 12th District seat, said candidates should use humor, intellect and authenticity to reach voters online.
  • His own TikTok-heavy approach has drawn backlash over bizarre and "creepy" posts, including attacks involving Vice President JD Vance's wife Usha, criticism he has rejected.

Insights

How do candidates balance controversial online personas with presenting substantive policy solutions?
Does mastering online influence now outweigh a traditional political legacy for new candidates?