At 2:38 this afternoon, the President of the United States shared a post on his state media outlet, Truth Social, calling a childhood rape survivor “defective,” while praising a campaign ad featuring that survivor’s estranged mother, who told voters not to vote for her own daughter, Ohio Democratic gubernatorial candidate Dr. Amy Acton, because, in her own words, “She is a liar. She lies about her past. She says she grew up living in a tent. None of that is true. She’s lied her entire life.” Her mother, and I’m using that term loosely, lost custody of Acton when she was just 12 years old due to severe abuse and neglect, and then stayed married to the man who was charged with raping her daughter until he died many years later.
The President of the United States looked at everything that Dr. Acton had survived and overcome and still chose to endorse the ad, calling it “very powerful.” He went on to call Amy Acton “a DISASTER who, uncontrollably, lies, cheats, and steals.” He called her mother brave, while saying the ad should win awards.
Trump's comments here solidify my opinion the he is a Top Tier Pedophile of the 1st Water. After all, he was Jeffrey Epstein's best friend, according to Epstein, for about 12 years. Do you not think that The Donald didn't sample some of the "fun" that was going on over at Epstein's New York townhouse during those 12 years?
The ad in question is disgusting on its face. If the people of Ohio actually vote for any politician that would air an ad like that, deserve all of the pain and ridicule that would surely follow. Evidently this politician is one more "Trump Ass-Kisser Legionaire".
Thinking about what Dr. Acton suffered as a child, how could a person vote for someone who would use that story in a campaign ad?
Joe, thank you for linking the Epstein files to the information in HDR's article. How many examples of Trump's behavior and his boosting the lies of sex offenders and their supporters (Dr. Acton's mother) can we take? Shame on Republican legislators. Trump is beyond any hope of redemption. Dr. Acton should be praised and elected for her sane reactions. How many more revelations fo Trump's alliance with child molestors do we need? There's a limit to the amount of garbage we can tolerate.
Likely, we are allowing The Donald too much leeway in assuming his relationship with Epstein was only passive. The details that have been illegally buried may indicate a deeper support and activity in the trafficking of the women in Epstein’s network. The obfuscation with the release of the files is protecting someone and that someone must have much to lose.
Heather, we appreciate the daily hard work you do of keeping track of the atrocities committed by this administration. They have no shame. I can imagine it is a heavy burden for you to carry. Always remember that you are on the right side of history, carrying a bright torch to shine light on the ugliness of this time. Hopefully your writing will help spark a humanitarian response in the American people, who will finally say, “we are better than this.”
Every time I think he can’t sink any lower… he takes another breath and sinks lower.
I’ve been on the road for two weeks and have experienced the worst customer service collectively in my 61 years. On reflection, I can only surmise that our demented leader has led so many to think this type of contemptible, despicable, reprehensible, odious, vile, base, ignoble behavior is the way to go.
It’s working. Workers have become careless and contemptible. Also the misogyny is worse than ever! I’ve taken to having my husband be the public voice for us. He gets a much different response than I do.
I had to create a male employee named “Oliver” to email for me. I have been shocked at the way people respond to him, rather than me.
I feel like this will never end even though I know it has to. He’s not immortal. I wish I believed in hell.
Well Mistuh Pressident Donald J Trump, I think that the legendary Mary MacLeod Trump, as a true Scotswoman, would be deeply ashamed to have birthed a selfish, stupid creature like yourself, and probably disowned you.
Thank you. I too am feeling overwhelmed by the vitriol coming out of Trump’s mouth. And I live on other side of the pond. For you it must be really mind boggling.
Trump is a certified liar 🤥 and we all know it but he has no right to call anyone else a liar unless he has proof. The nasty abusive wording he has used against Amy should be taken to court as defamation of character - he is after all suing the BBC - for supposedly doing the same.
I would say Amy Acton has a very strong case against both Trump and Vivek - she can prove the truth, they are calling her a liar.
Go vote guys and make sure Mr Money bags Vivek is at the bottom of the pile and far less gold to weigh him down !!!
Thank you for your continued courage in detailing the on-going (seemingly endless) violations of common human decency committed by a corrupt group of “politicians” and their allies. We are lucky that people like Dr. Acton are also strong enough to rise above the negativity in order to accomplish some good for all of us.
Thank you for your writing. Never stop! You speak truth to power & reveal the deepest, most disturbing aspects of trump’s demented mind and how it has perverted our democratic system. I am in pain for my country, for the country and for our democracy. This must stop! It is not ‘normal’, it is immoral & unacceptable. We all have the power to change this slide into the depths of depravity…VOTE! The power of our democratic system and institutions lies with the people, with the citizens of this nation that trump has twisted & perverted on a daily basis. Keep writing, keep telling the truth! We need your voice!
Thank you, Heather, your work is so appreciated. Just know we all need to support each other to get through these rough times. I have hope. I have voted. I share all the information I possibly can to every member of my family and all my friends who will listen. Stay strong, stay firm, seek the truth. And thank you so much..
Heather I just hope that the MAGA supporters listened to Trump's disgraceful speech. Surely the vast majority of them are husbands and mothers and they should be ashamed of themselves for supporting such a despicable human being.
Oh and a message to the orange buffoon. Your own mother confided to her granddaughter and namesake Mary that she was secretly glad that the Donald was packed off to military academy because he was uncontrollable and wouldn't listen to her. She also said that she hoped he wouldn't go into politics as
Writing here from the UK to thank you SO much for your daily posts, Heather, I feel so grateful to read them, and to hear the truth unfiltered, as things inevitably become less 'factful' over here by the time we receive them as news. Please take good care of yourself and your family, it is a big risk you take daily to write so honestly, you're a truly brave and good person. Over here, we just watch in horror, and hope so very very fervently that goodness prevails in the Midterms 🙏
Trump's comments here solidify my opinion the he is a Top Tier Pedophile of the 1st Water. After all, he was Jeffrey Epstein's best friend, according to Epstein, for about 12 years. Do you not think that The Donald didn't sample some of the "fun" that was going on over at Epstein's New York townhouse during those 12 years?
The ad in question is disgusting on its face. If the people of Ohio actually vote for any politician that would air an ad like that, deserve all of the pain and ridicule that would surely follow. Evidently this politician is one more "Trump Ass-Kisser Legionaire".
Thinking about what Dr. Acton suffered as a child, how could a person vote for someone who would use that story in a campaign ad?
Joe, thank you for linking the Epstein files to the information in HDR's article. How many examples of Trump's behavior and his boosting the lies of sex offenders and their supporters (Dr. Acton's mother) can we take? Shame on Republican legislators. Trump is beyond any hope of redemption. Dr. Acton should be praised and elected for her sane reactions. How many more revelations fo Trump's alliance with child molestors do we need? There's a limit to the amount of garbage we can tolerate.
Likely, we are allowing The Donald too much leeway in assuming his relationship with Epstein was only passive. The details that have been illegally buried may indicate a deeper support and activity in the trafficking of the women in Epstein’s network. The obfuscation with the release of the files is protecting someone and that someone must have much to lose.
Heather, we appreciate the daily hard work you do of keeping track of the atrocities committed by this administration. They have no shame. I can imagine it is a heavy burden for you to carry. Always remember that you are on the right side of history, carrying a bright torch to shine light on the ugliness of this time. Hopefully your writing will help spark a humanitarian response in the American people, who will finally say, “we are better than this.”
Donald trump has never had any decency! He is a rapist and a pedophile. Of course he would not care that Dr Actin’s step father raped her repeatedly.
Ramswamy should go down in defeat with the lowest number of votes in Ohio’s history!
He probably envies Dr. Acton's stepfather.
Every time I think he can’t sink any lower… he takes another breath and sinks lower.
I’ve been on the road for two weeks and have experienced the worst customer service collectively in my 61 years. On reflection, I can only surmise that our demented leader has led so many to think this type of contemptible, despicable, reprehensible, odious, vile, base, ignoble behavior is the way to go.
It’s working. Workers have become careless and contemptible. Also the misogyny is worse than ever! I’ve taken to having my husband be the public voice for us. He gets a much different response than I do.
I had to create a male employee named “Oliver” to email for me. I have been shocked at the way people respond to him, rather than me.
I feel like this will never end even though I know it has to. He’s not immortal. I wish I believed in hell.
My discust is overwhelming. Hang in there Marlayna. I with you
You hang in there too. We must ensure this type of behavior becomes unpopular by our votes.
Well Mistuh Pressident Donald J Trump, I think that the legendary Mary MacLeod Trump, as a true Scotswoman, would be deeply ashamed to have birthed a selfish, stupid creature like yourself, and probably disowned you.
This can only blow up in Republican faces. As it should.
His post is a reminder that he is a rapist and pedophile. He has followers who don’t care. That is what is horrifying.
Dear Heather
Thank you. I too am feeling overwhelmed by the vitriol coming out of Trump’s mouth. And I live on other side of the pond. For you it must be really mind boggling.
Trump is a certified liar 🤥 and we all know it but he has no right to call anyone else a liar unless he has proof. The nasty abusive wording he has used against Amy should be taken to court as defamation of character - he is after all suing the BBC - for supposedly doing the same.
I would say Amy Acton has a very strong case against both Trump and Vivek - she can prove the truth, they are calling her a liar.
Go vote guys and make sure Mr Money bags Vivek is at the bottom of the pile and far less gold to weigh him down !!!
I am seriously disgusted.
Trump's mouth is a gusher of vitriol.
Thank you for your continued courage in detailing the on-going (seemingly endless) violations of common human decency committed by a corrupt group of “politicians” and their allies. We are lucky that people like Dr. Acton are also strong enough to rise above the negativity in order to accomplish some good for all of us.
Thank you for your writing. Never stop! You speak truth to power & reveal the deepest, most disturbing aspects of trump’s demented mind and how it has perverted our democratic system. I am in pain for my country, for the country and for our democracy. This must stop! It is not ‘normal’, it is immoral & unacceptable. We all have the power to change this slide into the depths of depravity…VOTE! The power of our democratic system and institutions lies with the people, with the citizens of this nation that trump has twisted & perverted on a daily basis. Keep writing, keep telling the truth! We need your voice!
Given Trump’s view that a Mother would never Lie about her own child…. Is it worth revisiting Mary Trump’s views about Trump himself?
Thank you, Heather, your work is so appreciated. Just know we all need to support each other to get through these rough times. I have hope. I have voted. I share all the information I possibly can to every member of my family and all my friends who will listen. Stay strong, stay firm, seek the truth. And thank you so much..
He is not fit for any political office, let alone the Presidency.
He needs to be locked up.
We’re going to need courageous people to get that ball rolling.
And sooner than later.
Heather I just hope that the MAGA supporters listened to Trump's disgraceful speech. Surely the vast majority of them are husbands and mothers and they should be ashamed of themselves for supporting such a despicable human being.
Oh and a message to the orange buffoon. Your own mother confided to her granddaughter and namesake Mary that she was secretly glad that the Donald was packed off to military academy because he was uncontrollable and wouldn't listen to her. She also said that she hoped he wouldn't go into politics as
From Australia
Writing here from the UK to thank you SO much for your daily posts, Heather, I feel so grateful to read them, and to hear the truth unfiltered, as things inevitably become less 'factful' over here by the time we receive them as news. Please take good care of yourself and your family, it is a big risk you take daily to write so honestly, you're a truly brave and good person. Over here, we just watch in horror, and hope so very very fervently that goodness prevails in the Midterms 🙏