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At just 13 years old and with over 94,000 followers on Instagram, Tristan Ryan Perkins —known on social media as Tristan— has become one of the most incisive youth voices against President Donald Trump.
In his latest publication, the young man delivered a message that has circulated throughout the country: “If you still support Trump in August, take a look in the mirror.”
The teenager, who identifies as a creator of reels, aspiring president, and political strategist, is not afraid to tackle controversial topics such as human rights violations, police violence, the situation of the LGBTQ+ community and the bilateral relationship between Mexico and the United States.
His style combines irony, sarcasm, and a clarity of argumentation that, according to his followers, makes him "impossible to ignore." He directly states that he has no respect for the current president and that the government is ruining the future of his generation.
In his viral video, Tristan accused Trump of cutting funding for cancer research and diverting 200 million dollars to his supporters.
He also established connections with figures like Jeffrey Epstein and Lawrence Taylor, mentioning cases of sexual abuse to question the president's decisions and alliances.
The young man also dedicated a segment to criticizing the way the United States treats Mexico, recalling both the history of territorial loss and the gestures of solidarity from the neighboring country.
“Mexico has been there when we needed it most, like during the floods in Texas,” he stated, pointing out that neither Trump nor federal authorities were the first to offer assistance.
Although some accuse him of being influenced by his parents, the teenager has received praise for his bravery and command of political discourse.
Among other topics, Tristan has publicly called for a debate on the detention center “Alligator Alcatraz” and has requested greater attention to human rights violations.
For his followers, he is not just a child talking about politics: he is a young voice demanding accountability and, at just 13 years old, has already made politicians and supporters of the president uncomfortable.
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