In Washington D.C., the phrase 'see you in the gulag' has evolved into a twisted social currency among political elites. This trend highlights how Donald Trump's threats of vengeance have not only instilled genuine fear among some, like former adviser Olivia Troye, but also sparked a bizarre, tongue-in-cheek status competition. Some D.C. insiders playfully claim victimhood, pretending to be important enough to be targeted, while others genuinely strategize self-protection. Amid this mix of humor and real unease, the gulag references underscore the strange, precarious position of Trump's critics in a politically charged atmosphere.
The phrase 'see you in the gulag' has emerged as a marker of social status among D.C.'s political elite, blending humor with a sense of vulnerability.
Many of Trump's critics self-identify in playful banter about threats of incarceration, prompting a competition of who is relevant enough to be on the president's radar.
In response to Trump’s promises of vengeance, there are those genuinely fearful and those engaging in a performance of outrage that underscores their perceived importance.
The absurdity of joking about gulags highlights a deeper sense of insecurity among journalists and politicians within the volatile climate of Trump's presidency.
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