A recent social media post from former President Donald Trump has sparked a wave of reactions online. The post contained just a single, mysterious word: “Bela.” With no further context or explanation provided, the internet was left to speculate about its meaning. This type of cryptic communication is not entirely new for Trump, who has a history of posting puzzling messages.
California Governor Gavin Newsom, who has been actively mimicking Trump’s distinctive online style lately, was quick to seize the opportunity. Newsom has developed an aggressive social media strategy that mirrors Trump’s use of all-caps, nicknames, and confrontational language. His response to the “Bela” post was particularly sharp and humorous.
Newsom’s initial reply was a simple declaration that “WE BROKE DONALD TRUMP.” But he didn’t stop there. The governor’s team created a parody post that suggested Trump had meant to type “BETA” but had misspelled it due to his “low IQ.” The satirical response continued to mock Trump’s famous “tiny hands” and ended with a boast about Newsom’s own “beautiful maps.”
This exchange is part of a larger pattern of Newsom engaging with Trump directly through social media. Over the weekend, the governor’s accounts were filled with viral memes, including an AI-generated image showing conservative personalities praying over him. Another popular post featured a photoshopped image of JD Vance as an Olympic breakdancer.
The incident recalls Trump’s famous 2017 “covfefe” tweet, which also left people scratching their heads. That post was eventually deleted and reposted with a correction. The White House has not offered any explanation for the latest mysterious post, leaving room for commentators like Newsom to fill the void with their own interpretations and humor.
