In a recent escalation of their verbal feud, Donald Trump took to his social media platform Truth Social to respond to actor Robert De Niro's call for Americans to 'get rid of' Trump because he is 'ruining the country.' De Niro's comments were made during a podcast interview and drew the ire of the former president, who used the occasion to not only address De Niro but also to lash out at two Democratic congress members who had confronted him during the State of the Union address.

Trump's response included a series of personal attacks on De Niro, labeling him as 'sick' and 'demented,' and claiming he has a very low IQ. This public exchange highlights the ongoing divisions in American politics, particularly as the midterm elections approach, with both figures mobilizing their respective bases. De Niro's remarks, made in a serious tone during the podcast The Best People, suggested a need for political action against Trump, underscoring the stakes of the coming elections.

The incident not only underscores the personal animosities that can arise in political discourse but also serves as a barometer for the current political climate in the U.S., where celebrity opinions can influence public perception and engagement. As the midterms near, both Trump and De Niro are expected to remain vocal, continuing to energize their supporters and possibly affecting the voter turnout in pivotal states.