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Billionaire Mark Cuban, who has endorsed and helped campaign for Kamala Harris, has released an apology of sorts, after being hit with major backlash for insulting women who support former President Donald Trump, the 2024 Republican nominee.
In an appearance on ABC’s “The View” on Thursday, Cuban was commenting on the fact that Trump hasn’t asked former GOP rival Nikki Haley to join him on the campaign trail, and claimed that Trump is “intimidated” by Haley.
“Donald Trump, you never see him around strong, intelligent women. Ever. It’s just that simple. They’re intimidating to him. He doesn’t like to be challenged by them…,” Cuban wildly claimed.
After being hit with massive backlash, Cuban has now released an ‘apology’ statement of sorts. He doesn’t apologize for making the comment. He has only apologized if anyone was ‘upset.’
He also fumes that some of the backlash he received was ‘insulting’ to HIM.
Below is Cuban’s full statement:
When I said this during the interview, I didn’t get it out exactly the way I thought I did. So I apologize to anyone who felt slighted or upset by my response. As I said, it wasn’t about trump voters, supporters or employees. Current or former.
And, I set myself up for the 6 sec soundbite. No excuses. Can’t nail every interview. My skin is thick enough.
What bothers me though is that so many of the comments or media, in support of, or against me, has some level of insult attached to it. Not just here. But everywhere.
I’m not blaming anyone. We are where we are. Here is hoping that changes at least a little bit in a week. In the spirit of joy… I have to add that all the AI memes of me with the long hair crack me up. So there is a positive!
When I said this during the interview, I didn’t get it out exactly the way I thought I did. So I apologize to anyone who felt slighted or upset by my response. As I said, it wasn’t about trump voters, supporters or employees. Current or former
And, I set myself up for the 6… https://t.co/u0BNmrHiaL
— Mark Cuban (@mcuban) November 1, 2024
Cuban is now being ripped for his half-hearted ‘apology.”
This isn’t an apology. You didn’t apologize for what you said, you just apologized for how people reacted.
PATHETIC.
— Spitfire (@DogRightGirl) November 1, 2024
The Mark cuban brand has absolutely imploded. Can’t imagine anyone taking him seriously again.
— TheOriginOfInformation (@TheOriginOfInfo) November 1, 2024
Just bow out Marc. It’s over.
No one will ever look at you the same.— Marco (@MarukoGO_) November 1, 2024
You’re statement is quite laughable because we know what type of “women” you surround yourself with. Donald Trump has even more support after your statement. Thank you! Trump 2024 🇺🇲
— 🇺🇲 K Oliver 🇺🇲 (@KOliver5) November 1, 2024
If you don’t like the response you have received, then maybe reflect on your own words and actions over the last 3 months. Are you a part of the problem or are you a part of the solution? Hint: if you’re not a part of the solution then you’re a part of the problem.
— Shane (@Teufel_Dawg) November 1, 2024
Keep it up Mark I can’t think of anything better than your stupid input to motivate more independent and Trump supporters to vote!
— Anthony (@Anthony92695088) November 1, 2024
Think you had it rough for one slip on the tongue, imagine being called a puppet of Putin day and night for 3 years based on made-up opposition research garbage from your political opponents, and put forward by your own Intel peeps who 100% knew it was total bullchit.
— Robert Lipps (@Marginmn) November 1, 2024
Sorry a little too late Mark.
You knew exactly what you were saying in that moment. Just like Biden calling us Trump supporters garbage. You both trying to walk back those comments now that you’re facing backlash. It just isn’t going to work, we’re sick and tired of being…
— Mekeeta (@Mekeeta2) November 1, 2024
You said what u said lowlife. @KamalaHarris called us Nazi’s, you called us stupid and @joebiden called us garbage. You are all actual divisive savages that hate this country and all Americans. Cheating devils. #STOPTHESTEAL #takeouttheGarbage
— Jessi (@JessiAngel143) November 1, 2024
You just implied any woman voting for Trump is weak and stupid, and you’re surprised that people are insulting you in return? 🤣 GFY, you misogynistic tool. 🖕🏼🖕🏼🖕🏼
— Michelle (@MickieCorgi) November 1, 2024
Below is the segment on The View that got Cuban is hot water:
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WATCH: Mark Cuban just insulted a large class of Trump voters, backlash is FIERCE!!
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