Natalie Maines of the Chicks took to Instagram to call out President Donald Trump in a post that quickly went viral. She shared a photo of Trump along with a sharp caption that did not hold back. Her post sparked a wave of reactions from both supporters and critics.
“Our democracy is disappearing right before our eyes,” Maines wrote, as per Buzzfeed. “This fugly slut is using your gas money to pay the insurrectionists. But don’t worry about it. I’m sure posting selfies will fix everything.” The post also included images from the January 6 insurrection, making her message clear and direct.
Maines also noted in her caption that a previous post using the same language had been taken down by Instagram. “My last post that called him a fugly slut got removed. We’ll see how long this one lasts. Repost and help the message live,” she wrote. The post continued to circulate widely despite the removal of her earlier one.
Natalie Maines has a long history of speaking out against those in power
Fans were quick to rally behind Maines in the comments. One user wrote, “Get it, Natalie! You were right in 2003 and you are today.” Another commented, “Yaaassss and I ain’t ready to make nice either!!” The reference to 2003 points back to when Maines publicly criticized then-President George W. Bush, which led to major backlash against the band at the time.
This is far from the first time Maines has used her platform to speak against Trump or political figures she disagrees with. She has always been open about her political views and has never shied away from controversy.
Her post also touched on gas prices, a topic that has frustrated many Americans – Trump has previously faced criticism for how he dismissed Americans struggling with rising fuel costs. The Chicks, formerly known as the Dixie Chicks, changed their name in 2020, a decision that came after years of the band being vocal about their political stance.
Trump has had public feuds with a number of celebrities over the years, including Meryl Streep, Bad Bunny, and Brad Pitt. In most cases, he has responded with personal attacks. Trump’s tendency to go after critics has also played out in political circles, with reports showing how Trump repeatedly pushed back against Thomas Massie in a notable series of confrontations.
One of the more well-known clashes was with comedian and actor Sacha Baron-Cohen, who targeted Trump in his satirical series Who is America? and later in the Borat sequel. Baron-Cohen responded to Trump’s criticism of the Borat film by saying, “Donald – I appreciate the free publicity for Borat! I admit I don’t find you funny either. But yet the whole world laughs at you.”
The back-and-forth between Trump and various entertainers has become a pattern that keeps repeating over the years. Maines’ latest post has once again put her at the center of a debate about celebrities speaking out on political issues. While some critics argue that entertainers should stay out of politics, her supporters see her as someone willing to say what others won’t. Her willingness to repost after her first post was removed shows she has no plans to stay quiet.
Published: May 21, 2026 10:41 am