Donald Trump Jr. has criticized the 2024 Paris Olympic Games’ opening ceremony, describing it as “satanic” and accusing it of promoting “woke ideology.” His comments were directed at a segment featuring drag queens posed in a manner reminiscent of Leonardo da Vinci’s “The Last Supper.” Trump Jr. expressed disappointment that the event, which used to inspire national pride, now elicits indifference and controversy.
The opening ceremony faced mixed reactions, with some viewers labeling it the “worst in Olympics history” due to the heavy rain, unconventional performances, and mishaps like an upside-down flag. Critics, including Trump Jr. and controversial figure Andrew Tate, claimed the ceremony exhibited satanic themes. Tate shared a clip showing a singer performing with the band Gojira amidst red smoke and fire, declaring it as proof of satanic control over the West.
Trump Jr. reiterated a debunked claim that his late mother, Ivana Trump, was an Olympian, and lamented the use of the games to push ideological agendas. The portrayal of certain historical events, such as the beheading of Marie Antoinette, also added to the spectacle and controversy of the ceremony.
My mom was an Olympian (Czech Natl Ski Team), and as a kid we would be excited for weeks leading up to the games. Now with the ever predictable (& seemingly satanic to me) drag queen opening ceremonies and never ending bs, no one I know even thinks about it beyond maybe watching…
— Donald Trump Jr. (@DonaldJTrumpJr) July 27, 2024
Despite the criticisms, others have noted that the performances were simply artistic representations of historical events. The opening ceremony has certainly sparked debate, highlighting the differing interpretations and reactions to such large-scale international events.
