Over the weekend, an amusing episode unfolded in the world of politics that starkly illustrates the desperate antics of the Democrats as they gear up for the upcoming election. The buzz was that former President Trump had “died”—and not literally. The story emerged simply because Trump had taken a brief hiatus from the public eye. It seems the Democrats thought they had struck gold with rumors when, in reality, it was all just smoke and mirrors.

For days, Trump had refrained from making headlines or holding public events, leading some to speculate in social media that something must have happened to him. Imagine waking up to such sensationalism! The speculative fabrications led to millions of social media interactions, buoyed by the hopes of those who wish to see Trump out of the political picture. However, as it would turn out, speculation bore false fruit. Trump re-emerged with a video response confirming that he was indeed alive and kicking, providing further evidence that the Democrats may be a tad too eager to spin narratives.

One must appreciate the irony here. While Democrats were keen to portray Trump’s absence as a sign of impending doom, the former President was busy participating in interviews and sharing “truths”—Trump’s unique brand of social media expression. His absence wasn’t due to anything sinister; it was a brief moment of silence in what is typically an explosive political landscape. Meanwhile, his sharp retorts highlighted the extravagant absurdity of his opponents’ claims.

The response of Trump during an interview highlighted the stark contrast between him and President Biden, who often might go months without engaging the public effectively. Imagine for a moment a politician who can work a crowd and interact fluidly with media yet faces such far-fetched rumors when he steps back just for a breath. Trump’s critics seem to forget that taking a break doesn’t mean someone has vanished off the face of the earth. The reminders that people are dynamic and busy rather than simply “alive or dead” seem lost on some of the Democrats.

Then there’s Tim Walz, the Minnesota governor, who stoked the absurdity by suggesting not only that Trump might be dead but implying that “maybe he will be soon.” This type of hyperbolic rhetoric showcases how far some politicians are willing to go in their efforts against Trump. With contrasting political styles, it’s a stretch to pit a robust figure like Trump against a man whose metaphorical comparisons to inflatable roadside decorations leave audiences questioning their sanity. Can the left really afford to keep trading in such sensationalism as a political tool?

In times like these, when the left runs with narratives based on rumor rather than substantial evidence, one can only chuckle at how disconnected they seem from reality. It’s a notable reminder of the name of the game in politics: staying relevant, even when there may be no story at all. As we head into elections, conservatives should take note of how over-exaggerations can backfire spectacularly. Keep an eye out for more “news” because, until the election rolls around, the Democrats might just be counting on wild stories to distract from their own issues—and the circus show will likely continue on both sides of the aisle.