A former Republican congressman, Adam Kinzinger, known for his vocal opposition to Donald Trump, has stirred up controversy by suggesting that people should “wear a mask” around the former president due to alleged body odor. Kinzinger shared the comment on Twitter, attracting attention and prompting a response from Trump’s spokesperson.
In his tweet, Kinzinger advised, “Consider wearing a mask if you can. I’m genuinely surprised that those close to Trump haven’t discussed the odor. It’s truly something to behold.”
This allegation sparked various reactions on social media, with many mocking Trump for the alleged smell. In response, Trump’s spokesperson issued a statement disparaging Kinzinger, labeling him a “disgraced” and “unemployed fraud” who has “betrayed his country.”
Although Kinzinger did not specify the nature of Trump’s scent, others have previously described it as a “unique smell” associated with the former president. Comedian Kathy Griffin, in conversation with Mary Trump, characterized Trump’s fragrance as a blend of “body odor with a kind of perfumed makeup product.”
Kinzinger, a former member of the House of Representatives during Trump’s presidency, never supported the ex-president. Following the Capitol riot on January 6, he took a more confrontational stance, joining the House Select Committee investigating the events of that day.
In 2021, Kinzinger left Congress and assumed the role of senior political analyst at CNN.
Meanwhile, the former president has expressed his interest in debating President Joe Biden, even if the nonpartisan Commission organizes the debates on Presidential Debates. Trump also mentioned his willingness to debate a single Republican opponent if a serious contender emerges after the New Hampshire primary.
Despite avoiding primary debates so far, citing his substantial lead in the polls, Trump welcomed the idea of debating Biden during an interview with conservative radio host Hugh Hewitt. When asked about potentially having 10 debates, Trump responded positively, even if the Commission arranges the debates, an entity he and other Republicans have criticized for years.
