'He is in denial': Tim Scott slammed as he claims Trump gets booed by Libertarians because 'he’s popular'

WASHINGTON, DC: Donald Trump faced an overwhelming chorus of boos on Saturday night, May 25, as he sought the Libertarian Party's 2024 nomination.

Despite the negative reception, one of his top vice-presidential prospects suggested it was actually a sign of Trump’s growing popularity.

Senator Tim Scott (R-SC), a leading contender to be Trump's vice-presidential pick, appeared on CNN’s State of the Union on Sunday morning, where he was questioned about the Libertarian National Convention incident.

“I saw a wave of red hats at the Libertarian convention,” the senator told host Dana Bash. “Donald Trump’s popularity continues to increase.”

Senator Tim Scott applauds Donald Trump's 50-state strategy

Scott quickly moved on from discussing the booing. “He’s not just going to the Libertarian convention, he’s also doing rallies in the Bronx,” he said, referencing Trump’s Thursday afternoon event, which had an overstated crowd size. “He’s doing something I consider a 50-state strategy,” Scott continued. “I give him a lot of credit in going to places where Republicans have not gone before. If we’re going to win this election cycle, we must go where we’re not invited.”

Trump had been invited by the Libertarian Party to deliver a primetime address at its unconventional election-year gathering. As soon as Trump took the stage, “the former president was met with a sound he was not accustomed to: boos. They broke out as soon as he appeared and never died down, marking one of the most negative receptions Trump has ever received,” according to The Daily Beast’s Mini Racker. 

Trump faced another wave of boos when he pleaded for a warmer reception and again when he urged the Libertarian Party to nominate him for president. At one point, a group of libertarians turned around to shout down Trump supporters wearing red MAGA hats who were chanting his name.

Internet criticises Sen Tim Scott's loyalty to Donald Trump

A user tweeted, "Where would Tim be if he wasn’t fellating Trump?" Another added, "Tim Scott has chosen to put an end to his political career."

A third said, "Lmao these people will lie their ass off for anything." "Tim Scott is in denial," stated a user. "Potus is not a popularity contest It requires Competency Ability to act as an Adult," remarked a user.

This article contains remarks made on the Internet by individual people and organizations. MEAWW cannot confirm them independently and does not support claims or opinions being made online.