'Robot Joe'? You Can't Make This Up — But Trump Did
Joe Biden portrait, 2021. Photo courtesy of The White House. Public domain.
President Donald Trump unleashed a jaw-dropping conspiracy that sounds like it was ripped straight from a sci-fi horror flick. On Truth Social, Trump reshared a wild claim from a user alleging that President Joe Biden was "executed in 2020" and swapped out for "robotic engineered soulless mindless entities," as reported by the New York Post. The internet erupted with memes and theories in a spectacle that's impossible to ignore.
The Clone Conspiracy Goes Viral
The post Trump shared, originally from a little-known user with fewer than 1,000 followers on Truth Social, alleges that the real Joe Biden was taken out in 2020 and swapped with a series of "soulless clones."
The claim suggests that Democrats can't tell the difference between the original and the robotic doubles. Naturally, this unverified conspiracy theory has ignited a meme-fueled frenzy online, with supporters pointing to supposed changes in Biden's earlobes and his mannerisms as proof of the switch. Social media threads are buzzing with side-by-side photos and videos, dissecting every blink and smile for signs of artificiality, as reported by the Independent.
This bizarre theory is just the latest in a long line of conspiracy claims Trump has amplified, as his penchant for sharing theories online is well-documented.
A Strange Mix of Sympathy and Suspicion
What makes this weekend's spectacle even more surreal is the timing. Just days before sharing the clone conspiracy, Trump publicly wished Biden a speedy recovery from his aggressive prostate cancer diagnosis. Biden recently announced that he was undergoing treatment for cancer that had spread to his bones, and he appeared optimistic about his prognosis. Yet, Trump quickly cast doubt on the timing of the disclosure, suggesting the public should have been informed earlier, fueling suspicions about what else might be hidden from view, as reported by the New York Post.
The Autopen and Other 'Proofs'
Trump's attacks on Biden's mental acuity and authenticity don't stop at clones. He has also publicly suggested that Biden wasn't fully in control of his administration, pointing to the use of an autopen — a device that can sign documents automatically — as evidence that Biden wasn't personally handling key decisions. Congressional Republicans, led by House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer, had launched investigations into Biden's health and use of the autopen, adding fuel to the fire of these conspiracy theories, as reported by the New York Post.
Trump himself has called the autopen "one of the great scandals of all time," claiming it could have allowed Biden's aides to enact policies and issue pardons without the president's knowledge, as reported by the Palm Beach Post. While the White House had acknowledged occasional use of the autopen, the leap to robotic clones is a whole new level of fantasy.
The Political Theater Continues
This latest conspiracy theory is part of a broader pattern of Trump's rhetoric since returning to the White House for his second term. He has repeatedly blamed Biden for societal ills and questioned his fitness for office, often using hyperbolic and unsubstantiated claims. The New York Times reports that Trump's first four years in office were filled with tens of thousands of false or misleading statements, and his social media posts continue to be a hotbed for conspiracy theories.
The clone theory, while extreme, fits neatly into this ongoing narrative. It's a spectacle that keeps Trump's base engaged and the media buzzing, even as critics decry the spread of misinformation.
What Does This Mean for the Public Discourse?
The promotion of such outlandish theories by a sitting president raises serious questions about the state of political discourse and the impact on public trust. While some dismiss these claims as harmless entertainment or political theater, others worry about the erosion of factual debate and the potential for real-world consequences.
For now, the internet is having a field day. Memes, videos, and heated debates are flooding social media platforms, turning the clone conspiracy into a cultural moment that's as baffling as it is entertaining. Whether you're a skeptic or a believer, one thing is clear: this is a banger of a story that's not going away anytime soon.
The Takeaway
Donald Trump's weekend resharing of the unverified claim that Joe Biden was executed and replaced by robotic clones is a vivid example of the surreal political theater playing out in 2025. As the political landscape continues to shift, the line between reality and spectacle seems blurrier than ever.
So, buckle up, the Trump-Biden drama just added a new, robotic twist.
References: Trump Amplifies Another Outlandish Conspiracy Theory: Biden Is a Robotic Clone - The New York Times | Trump Shares Wild Conspiracy Theory That Joe Biden Was Replaced by 'Soulless, Mindless' Clones - New York Post | No, Biden wasn't replaced by a clone. What to know about latest Trump-shared conspiracy theory | Trump shares baseless conspiracy that Joe Biden died and was replaced by a clone
