A pro-Trump social media influencer threatened to file a defamation lawsuit against Rep. Thomas Massie (R-Ky.) after a series of insults escalated on X.
The account known as “Catturd” wrote about filing a “slam dunk” lawsuit after Massie “attacked” him in “unprovoked” remarks, calling him and others on the social media platform “paid influencers.”
Catturd’s humor and pointed commentary have garnered him more than 3 million followers on X where he was alluded to in a post by Massie this week.
“Who are the most nenarded paid influencers on this platform? Does anyone else compete with Cat poop and DC drainage for this title?” the Kentucky Republican posted, prompting a fiery comeback.
I’ve never taken a dime from any political party or organizations. I ratio you at will with half my brain tied behind my back for free. https://t.co/WyPROqk3l8
— Catturd ™ (@catturd2) January 6, 2025
Catturd doubled down in another post, saying he had “never taken a dime” from any political party, candidate, PAC or organization.
Again …
I’ve never taken a dime from any political party.
I’ve never taken a dime from any candidate.
I’ve never taken a dime from any political PAC.
I never took any COVID PPP loans, etc. and never would.
I’ve never taken a dime from any political origination to push any…— Catturd ™ (@catturd2) January 7, 2025
“Remember when Trump-hating @RepThomasMassie, on his official Congress account, unprovoked, attacked me a few days ago claiming I was a paid grifter who was paid for my political opinions? I do,” he wrote in a post this week.
“So him and his team of cringe butthurt DeSimp losers did every kind of research trying to prove I was wrong? They couldn’t. Because they’re liars. I’ve never taken a dime,” he continued. “So what did Tommy do – The most honorable guy according to himself in history … did he say … “ My team has looked into this and Catturd is right he’s never taken a dime from anyone? Nope …”
Remember when Trump-hating @RepThomasMassie, on his official Congress account, unprovoked, attacked me a few days ago claiming I was a paid grifter who was paid for my political opinions?
I do.
So him and his team of cringe butthurt DeSimp losers did every kind of research…
— Catturd ™ (@catturd2) January 9, 2025
“This is a slam dunk defamation lawsuit,” Catturd wrote. “Stay tuned.”
Social media reactions were mixed, with many defending the influencer while others urged him to let the matter go.
Can’t attack without facts and Catturd’s got the truth on his side.
— Masculine Based (@MasculineBased) January 9, 2025
Go for it, look into the attorneys who handled Nick Sandman the Covington School incident in DC, his attorney was Todd McMirtry, these slandering lefties must be taught a lesson!
— John Klett (@JKlett18037) January 9, 2025
We’re with ya.
— Wonderbabble (@Wonderbabble) January 9, 2025
I respect you and I love your content. I think you are above this nonsense. I really hope you let this go.
— Opit (@OpalThomasLigi) January 9, 2025
Its time to let the ego go. Massie is one of the good guys, and isn’t a Trump hater. He simply refuses to blindly follow anyone, and does what he thinks is right. He is the best, most ethical member of congress. Threatening lawsuits here is just a distraction from real issues.
— Trip1579 (@trip5o) January 9, 2025
Chill dude- no one remotely thinks you’re paid for your opinions. Choose peace. There is enough out there to fight. Just my two cents if you don’t mind. Congressman Massie too neither of you need this. You can agree to disagree.
— Fiery but Peaceful Empress (@PeaceisBeing) January 9, 2025
I say, sue the heck out of Massie, I am sick of the arrogance of government, we voted for Trump, shut Matthie’s and all these egotistical politician’s mouths. Case overload the hell out of every liberal courtroom in this country. They deserve it. Catturd is one of the refreshing voices of common sense and reason as well. If he feels insulted and wronged, he has the right to defend his name and honor. Period. All these people suggesting rising above it can take a moment to consider if it was their names, their family names, their businesses, what would they do?? Yea, it would be way more important of course if it was that.