Bette Midler stirred controversy on social media when she suggested that she would resort to drinking Drano, a toxic drain cleaner, if Donald Trump emerged victorious in the 2024 presidential election. The prominent actress and singer, who is a vocal supporter of the Democratic Party, posted an eyebrow-raising image on X, formerly known as Twitter, showing a bottle of Champagne alongside a bottle of Drano in the refrigerator. The Champagne had a note indicating “Kamala wins,” while the Drano bore the message “Trump wins.”
Midler, 78, has been an ardent advocate for Vice President Kamala Harris, encouraging her followers to vote in a bid to secure a Democratic win. However, after Trump, also 78, was declared the 47th president of the United States, Midler decided to deactivate her social media account. The controversial post garnered significant attention, racking up over 57,000 likes and nearly 7,000 retweets before it was removed.
In addition to her provocative post about the election outcome, Midler reportedly commented humorously on Trump’s appearance at a recent rally, suggesting he was mimicking lewd behavior with his microphone. The actress expressed her incredulity at Trump’s tactics, remarking that it seemed like he was making efforts to gain popular support, potentially in a prison context.
Following Trump’s election, in his victory speech from Mar-a-Lago, he expressed gratitude to the American people for what he called an extraordinary honor. The outcome prompted Midler to share a thought-provoking quote from H.L. Mencken on X, reflecting her discontent with the electoral process. The quote discussed the nature of candidates who find success in elections, suggesting they often appeal to a collective emotional response rather than rational thought.
Midler’s commentary highlights not only her disappointment at Trump’s win but also her broader concerns regarding the political landscape. Representatives for Midler had not responded to requests for comments regarding her recent posts and the political climate surrounding the election.
