Mark Cuban sparked controversy with remarks on The View, alleging that Donald Trump avoids "strong, intelligent women." Cuban’s comments quickly incited backlash from Trump supporters, who viewed them as disparaging to women who have supported and worked alongside the former president.

Trump's allies rapidly responded, condemning Cuban's words and using the moment to highlight what they see as disrespect from high-profile Democrats toward Trump’s supporters, Daily Mail reported.

During his appearance on The View, Cuban asserted that Trump is intimidated by "intelligent" women who challenge him. Cuban, speaking from a private jet, claimed that Trump surrounds himself with women who do not question him, suggesting that "strong, intelligent" women intimidate the former president. The View host Joy Behar pushed back on his assertion, mentioning Stormy Daniels as a notable woman associated with Trump.

Trump Campaign Fires Back at Cuban

In response to Cuban’s remarks, Trump’s campaign quickly criticized his words as an attack on women who support Trump. Karoline Leavitt, Trump’s national press secretary, condemned Cuban’s comments as an insult to Trump’s female supporters.

Leavitt called on Kamala Harris to denounce the statements, framing Cuban’s remarks as a reflection of Democratic disdain toward Trump supporters.

Leavitt cited instances of past criticisms from Democratic leaders, including Joe Biden’s comments about Trump supporters, which she claimed were echoed in Cuban’s statements.

According to Leavitt, Cuban’s portrayal of Trump’s female supporters as lacking strength and intelligence mirrors past derogatory comments from Democrats.

Sage Steele, a sports anchor, also reacted to Cuban's statements, expressing her disappointment in a video posted on social media. Steele called Cuban’s words “disrespectful” and accused him of crossing a line.

She questioned Cuban’s consistency, pointing to Tulsi Gabbard as an example of a former Democrat who shifted to conservative views and questioned whether Cuban’s opinion of women like Gabbard would be different had she remained in the Democratic Party.

Kellyanne Conway Joins Criticism of Cuban's Remarks

Kellyanne Conway, a former counselor to Trump, added to the criticism of Cuban’s comments, suggesting they reflected Democratic desperation amid the 2024 election. Conway listed examples of women who held significant roles in Trump’s administration, defending their qualifications and leadership.

Conway argued that Cuban’s remarks demonstrated a continuation of the disdain Democrats have shown toward Trump’s base. She cited previous statements from Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton as part of a broader pattern of Democratic leaders dismissing Trump supporters as "garbage" or "deplorable." Conway underscored that women around Trump are strong and intelligent, as evidenced by the influential roles they held in his White House.

Women Show Solidarity Against Cuban’s Comments

In a visible show of solidarity, some women shared photos of themselves with Trump on social media, emphasizing their pride in supporting him. Susie Wiles, a senior advisor for Trump’s 2024 campaign, posted a response on X, countering Cuban’s claims by highlighting the women who support and work with Trump.

Wiles specifically mentioned Lara Trump, Trump's daughter-in-law and co-chair of the Republican National Committee, as an example of a strong and intelligent woman in Trump’s campaign. Wiles took Cuban’s comments as an invitation to showcase the female leaders surrounding Trump, underscoring their qualifications and impact.

Steele Questions Cuban’s Perspective

Sage Steele continued her critique of Cuban, calling his comments both divisive and hypocritical. Additionally, Steele questioned Cuban's stance by bringing up Tulsi Gabbard and asked if Cuban would view Gabbard as less intelligent now that she has aligned with conservative values.

Moreover, she challenged Cuban to consider how he would react if his own daughters held different political views from him in the future, urging him to reflect on whether he would maintain the same perspective.

"At the end of the day, if she had not left the Democratic Party, I bet that you would think that she’s strong and intelligent," Steele commented. She continued by expressing her disappointment, stating, “You talk about not being divisive and look at what you’re doing. Shocking, because I thought I knew who you were.”

Trump Supporters See Broader Implications

Cuban’s remarks have fueled an ongoing narrative within Trump’s campaign that Democratic leaders show a lack of respect toward Trump’s supporters. In this context, Trump’s team emphasized that Cuban’s comments are part of a larger pattern, drawing comparisons to past statements by Democrats that dismissed or criticized Trump’s base.

Moreover, for Trump’s allies, Cuban’s comments serve as an example of the disregard they feel is frequently shown toward those who support the former president. As the 2024 election nears, Trump’s campaign has signaled it will continue to highlight these instances, framing them as a rallying point for Trump’s supporters.

Cuban’s Comments Resonate Ahead of Election

As the debate over Cuban’s remarks continues, Trump’s campaign is likely to use the incident to galvanize supporters. Moreover, with both sides entrenched in their positions, Cuban’s comments on The View may become a flashpoint in an election season already marked by intense partisan divides. For supporters on both sides, the controversy underscores the significance of representation and respect for women in political discourse.

On one hand, while Cuban’s supporters may argue his comments reflect his beliefs about leadership qualities, Trump’s allies have seized the moment to counter that Trump’s base includes capable and intelligent women. Ultimately, the debate over these remarks highlights the deep-rooted tensions as both campaigns navigate an increasingly polarized landscape heading into the final months of the election.