In an unusual turn of events, self-identified witches on Reddit have been expressing frustration over their inability to successfully cast harmful spells on former U.S. President Donald Trump. The subreddit ‘WitchesVsPatriarchy,’ where people often discuss mystical practices with a progressive political slant, became a platform for several users to voice their dismay. Many claim that Trump is surrounded by a mysterious “protection,” making their spells ineffective.
One post on the subreddit, which has drawn particular attention, suggests that witches focus their energy on Project 2025—a controversial policy initiative spearheaded by the conservative Heritage Foundation. This policy plan has often been linked to Trump by political figures like Kamala Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz. Despite these connections, Trump’s campaign has publicly distanced itself from the initiative. Nevertheless, this Reddit user proposed casting spells to stop Project 2025, while also encouraging others to support Harris and the Democratic Party.
The post urged witches to act collectively, stating: “Let’s redirect our energy away from Trump. His protection is too strong. Instead, we should hex Project 2025 and empower Kamala’s campaign.” Interestingly, the user added a warning to avoid using her username in any public response, underscoring her own concerns about online safety. This post quickly became a rallying cry, attracting attention both within and beyond the Reddit community.
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On October 22, 2024, a screenshot of the post made its way to Elon Musk’s X platform (formerly Twitter), where it quickly went viral. A popular account shared the image with the caption: “Reddit ‘Witches’ are trying to cast spells on Trump, but they’re upset because he has ‘some kind of protection around him.’” The post was viewed over 1.7 million times, sparking intense debate about whether Trump’s alleged protection is real, symbolic, or purely coincidental.
This notion of a spiritual shield surrounding Trump intrigued many on social media, with speculations ranging from divine intervention to metaphysical energy. While some skeptics dismissed the idea as fantasy, others entertained the possibility that Trump might have some form of higher protection, either through faith or supporters’ prayers.
Adding fuel to this narrative is the fact that religious groups have increasingly called for spiritual interventions in favor of Trump. A Catholic organization called “Catholics for Catholics” recently launched a billboard campaign encouraging prayer for Trump and other U.S. leaders. The campaign specifically invoked St. Michael the Archangel, a revered figure in Christian theology known as the protector against evil forces. One of the billboards prominently featured Trump, urging Catholics to call upon St. Michael to safeguard the country.
Interestingly, Trump himself has embraced this symbolism. In late September, he shared a traditional Catholic prayer to St. Michael on his social media accounts. The prayer called on the archangel to defend believers against “the wickedness and snares of the Devil” and to cast evil spirits into hell. Trump’s post read:
“Saint Michael the Archangel, defend us in battle. Be our defense against the wickedness and snares of the Devil. May God rebuke him, we humbly pray, and do thou, O Prince of the heavenly hosts, by the power of God, cast into hell Satan, and all the evil spirits, who prowl about the world seeking the ruin of souls.”
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For many of Trump’s devout Christian supporters, this prayer resonated deeply. The alignment of Trump with a powerful religious figure like St. Michael has strengthened the belief among some that Trump is being protected not just politically but spiritually. Trump’s post gained widespread attention and was shared by millions of his followers, reinforcing the idea that divine forces may be at play in the political realm.
The reaction from Reddit’s witches to this apparent spiritual protection has been one of frustration. For months, members of the witch community have shared their efforts to cast spells aimed at derailing Trump’s political ambitions. However, their failure to produce the desired outcomes has led some to believe that Trump’s connection to religious faith, and the prayers of his supporters, may be creating an impenetrable shield around him.
The conversation has sparked debate not just about the effectiveness of witchcraft but also about the intersection of faith and politics in the 2024 election cycle. The ongoing struggle of Reddit witches to affect Trump has become a metaphor for the larger cultural and ideological battles that define the current political landscape.
While many may view the witches’ efforts as symbolic or humorous, others see the conflict as part of a broader spiritual war, with each side invoking their own form of protection and guidance. Whether through hexes or prayers, it’s clear that Trump continues to inspire fierce loyalty and opposition—and the idea that he is protected by mysterious forces only adds another layer of intrigue to an already contentious election season.
