Renowned horror author Stephen King has plunged into the real-life courtroom drama surrounding Donald Trump, delivering a characteristically blunt and terrifyingly simple verdict of his own: the former President is 'guilty as sin'.
The literary giant took to X, formerly Twitter, to voice his stark opinion on the historic hush money trial, captivating his millions of followers and igniting a firestorm of reactions across social media platforms.
A Trial By Social Media
King's commentary cut straight to the heart of the matter, bypassing legal jargon for a more primal judgement. His post arrived amidst the trial's closing arguments, where prosecutors made their final case that Trump criminally falsified business records to conceal a $130,000 payment to adult film star Stormy Daniels.
The Misery and The Shining author didn't stop at condemning the defendant. He turned his sharp gaze towards Trump's loyal base, questioning the unwavering support for a man he clearly believes is culpable. The post quickly went viral, amassing thousands of likes and retweets within hours.
The Court of Public Opinion
This is far from King's first foray into political commentary. The writer has long been an outspoken critic of the 45th President, using his substantial platform to critique Trump's policies, rhetoric, and now, his legal battles. His latest intervention highlights the intense polarisation the trial has caused, far beyond the confines of the Manhattan courtroom.
As the jury began their deliberations, the world waits to see if their final decision will mirror the fictional horror master's chillingly definitive conclusion.
