Donald Trump Subjected to Numerous 'You're Fired' Tweets in Wake of Projected Loss
On Saturday, as news that President Donald Trump is the projected loser of the 2020 election, [...]
Predictable Irony
the fact that his actual slogan is “you’re fired” is so perfect that it feels like terrible cringe writing on a show you hate but won’t stop watching at 2am
— rachel syme (@rachsyme) November 7, 2020
It's your turn now You're fired 😂😂😂 pic.twitter.com/H3k6dHZ6A0
— Omar Juve (@omar_juve) November 7, 2020
In most cases, Twitter users did not fail to note that the "you're fired" jokes were predictable, and many tried to make them with a hint of irony. Still, the fact remained that the line was simply too apt to pass up on this occasion.
Celebrities
You’re fired.
— Jordan Peele (@JordanPeele) November 7, 2020
America to Trump: YOU’RE FIRED.
— Stephen King (@StephenKing) November 7, 2020
Everyone from Jordan Peele to Stephen King was primed and ready to post Trump's old catchphrase when the moment came, and they did not disappoint.
Subversion
aw shit
— Griffin's Cool 2018 Tweets (@griffinmcelroy) November 7, 2020
Predicting the slew of "you're fired" tweets coming, some people — particularly comedians — looked for ways to subvert the joke and turn it on its head. Podcaster Griffin McElroy, who has been purposefully absent for Twitter for years now, even dropped back in to for a fan-favorite "your fried."
Knowingly Ironic
literally nothing is too cringe or pat to post today. you get a full 24 hours to say whatever you want. you’re fired, orange man bad, lawnmower kid, cheeto. hell, offer him a hot cup of covfefe. fuck it. tomorrow we go back to being ironic shitposters but today there are no rules
— Sal Gentile (@salgentile) November 7, 2020
Many people were so overjoyed to have Trump out of office that they posted cliche slogans, acknowledging that they were overdone, yet feeling vindicated by the occasion.
Public Declaration
Someone is flying a “YOU’RE FIRED” sign over Orlando pic.twitter.com/88gJ73spD5
— Melissa Gomez (@MelissaGomez004) November 7, 2020
“You’re fired! You’re fired! You about to lose your job!” pic.twitter.com/dqVfeV9dEA
— Ashish Malhotra (@amalhotra2) November 7, 2020
Some took it way beyond social media, including the mysterious airplane pilot who flew a "you're fired" banner over Orlando, Florida. Stunts like this seemed to get extra points for the forethought that went into them.
Political Cartoons
Here's a small story of what actually happened @realDonaldTrump
Conclusion: #ByeByeTrump You’re Fired! pic.twitter.com/psN9RG7kZ9
— Mohsina Anjum🍁 (@AnjumChats) November 7, 2020
America told Trump today: You're FIRED!!!..and it feels so good!! #PresidentElectJoeBiden #JoeBiden #YOUREFIRED pic.twitter.com/bLfyLTAD6z
— Dan Pereira (@ddanpereira) November 7, 2020
You’re fired! Let’s make the World a better place again... #YoureFiredTrump pic.twitter.com/MzW7tUBhSc
— Gonçalo Vaz (@govaz) November 7, 2020
Trump's presidency has been a wild ride for political cartoonists, and on the day Biden was projected as winner, many turned to old stand-bys like "you're fired" for the climactic punch line. In many cases, it was analogous for the American people, such as the Statue of Liberty who delivered this line.
Whole Team
Donald Trump,
Ivanka Trump,
Jared Kushner,
Hope Hicks,
Mark Meadows,
Mike Pence,
Kayleigh McEnany,
Betsy DeVos,
Ben Carson,
Stephen Miller,
Mike Pompeo,
Chad Wolf,
Jason Miller,
Steven Mnuchin,
William Barr,
Rudy Giuliani,
and Louis DeJoyYOU’RE FIRED! #YOUREFIRED pic.twitter.com/8bfIbJVwaZ
— yasir khan badani (@yasirkhanbadani) November 7, 2020
Finally, many users pointed out that it was not just Trump leaving the White House, but his whole administration, and more. Many were eager to see cabinet members, advisers and un-elected appointees on their way out along with the president.