Prominent conservative women are speaking out against billionaire Mark Cuban and Harris campaign surrogate for his comments suggesting that former President Donald Trump does not surround himself with “strong, intelligent women.” Former Senator Kelly Loeffler responded to Cuban on Twitter, highlighting that she is a successful CEO and sports team owner, just like him, and representing the millions of strong conservative women who support Trump. Loeffler emphasized the need for new leaders who do not harbor animosity towards conservative women like Cuban and Harris seem to.
Cuban’s remarks, made on ABC’s “The View,” were met with criticism from the Trump campaign, with national press secretary Karoline Leavitt labeling them as insulting. Leavitt pointed out that thousands of women work for President Trump and millions support him, dismissing Cuban’s claims that Trump does not appreciate strong and intelligent women. The backlash from conservative women continues to grow, with many taking to social media to express their frustration with Cuban’s comments.
Conservative columnist Carly Bird challenged Cuban to define what a woman is before making such statements, highlighting the condescending tone of Harris allies. Senator Joni Ernst, another strong conservative woman, proudly declared her support for Trump and denounced the divisive rhetoric coming from Cuban and Harris. Other conservative voices, such as columnist Julie Kelly and RNC co-chair Lara Trump, also criticized Cuban for attacking women who support Trump, accusing him of further dividing the country.
Cuban’s comments coincided with President Biden reportedly referring to Trump supporters as “garbage” during a Zoom call with Voto Latino. While the White House denied that Biden was specifically targeting Trump supporters with his remarks, Trump seized on the opportunity to accuse Democrats of fostering hatred towards those who hold different political views. Trump emphasized the importance of loving all Americans to lead the country effectively, implying that Biden and Harris lack that love and respect.
The Harris campaign has not responded to requests for comments on the matter, leaving conservative women and supporters of President Trump feeling marginalized and disrespected by prominent figures like Cuban and Harris. The ongoing criticism highlights the deep political divisions and animosity that continue to permeate the national discourse, leading to further polarization among voters as the 2024 campaign unfolds.
As the election season progresses, it remains crucial for leaders on both sides of the political spectrum to engage respectfully with all Americans, regardless of their political beliefs. The exchange between Cuban, conservative women, and the Trump campaign underscores the need for unity and mutual respect to bridge the gaps that currently divide the nation.
