Stephen King, one of the most acclaimed authors in modern literature, has made a dramatic return to Twitter, now known as X, after previously announcing his departure from the platform.
Known for his masterful storytelling and thought-provoking commentary, King had earlier cited the platform’s “toxic atmosphere” as his reason for leaving in November 2024.
His exit was seen as a stand against the growing divisiveness on social media, particularly after Elon Musk took over the company.
In his farewell message, King had stated, “I’ve tried to stay, but the atmosphere has just become too toxic.” His decision to leave came amidst growing discontent among celebrities, journalists, and public figures over Twitter’s direction under Musk’s leadership.
At the time, King urged his followers to join him on Threads, the rival social media platform owned by Meta, where he continued engaging with his audience. His move was seen as part of the broader exodus of users seeking an alternative space for discourse.
However, in an unexpected turn of events, the bestselling author reappeared on X just a few months later. His return came without prior warning, instantly grabbing the attention of his nearly 7 million followers.
King’s first post upon his comeback was short yet playful, reading, “I’m baaaack! Did you miss me?” The post was met with thousands of reactions, with many expressing their surprise at his return after his strong stance against the platform.
But it was what came next that truly caught everyone’s attention. Just two minutes after his initial post, King followed up with an explosive tweet aimed directly at both Donald Trump and Elon Musk.
“Just wanted to say that Trump is a traitorous, Putin-loving dips**t! Goes double for Elon!” King tweeted, making his views on the former president and Twitter’s owner unmistakably clear.
The bold statement quickly went viral, triggering an avalanche of reactions from both supporters and critics. Many praised the author for his unfiltered honesty, while others criticized him for his blunt choice of words.
This was not the first time King had spoken out against Trump and Musk. Shortly after the U.S. presidential election in November, King had taken to Threads to express his concerns about Musk’s growing influence in American politics.
“You can’t call Elon Musk the President-elect, because he wasn’t elected,” King wrote. “In fact, having been born in Pretoria, he is ineligible to become president. Nonetheless, he is running the show. You know that, but it bears repeating.”
King’s latest comments came amid rising tensions in U.S. politics, particularly after Trump’s recent phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
In the call, Trump reportedly warned Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to “move fast” against Russia, adding that failure to do so would mean he was “not going to have a country left.”
Trump’s remarks were widely condemned, with critics accusing him of undermining Ukraine’s resistance efforts. The former president described his conversation with Putin as “highly productive,” further fueling speculation about his stance on the ongoing conflict.
Meanwhile, Musk’s role in Trump’s administration has been a growing point of debate.
The billionaire was recently appointed as a senior adviser to the president, with some reports suggesting he has been given authority over the newly established Department of Government Efficiency, also known as DOGE.
While the White House later clarified that Musk does not hold official control over the department, his influence within Trump’s administration has raised concerns about the intersection of corporate power and government leadership.
King’s latest tweets signal his strong opposition to this growing alliance, reinforcing his concerns about democracy, governance, and accountability.
His words serve as a stark reminder of the political landscape’s ever-changing nature and the voices that continue to challenge it.
With his return to Twitter, it seems Stephen King is not just here to share his literary genius—he’s here to make his voice heard.
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