Trump, Kardashian Lose Millions of Instagram Followers Amid Backlash

Following Donald Trump's inauguration, both Kim Kardashian and the new official accounts of Trump and JD Vance experienced significant drops in Instagram followers due to backlash against their perceived political alignments. Kardashian lost over 150,000 followers after sharing a post featuring Melania Trump's outfit, which many interpreted as a political endorsement. Critics expressed outrage, indicating that Kardashian's actions were seen as a departure from her previously Democratic leanings, despite her long-standing ties with the Trump family. Meanwhile, Trump’s account lost more than 4 million followers in a few days, attributed to users realizing they were automatically following his new account after the transition from Biden's official account. The situation reflects a broader public reaction to Trump's controversial policies and actions taken shortly after his inauguration. The drastic follower losses signal a backlash against both figures as they navigate their renewed presence in the political landscape.