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Donald Trump Sent a Nationwide "Text," and People Would Like to Opt Out Immediately

03/10/2018 - 11:55 PM

Yes, hello? What is that god-awful noise? Don't fret, it's just the sound of Donald Trump [1] texting you. On Wednesday, Oct. 3, the president pulled a U2 and slid into everyone's personal phones by sending out a "presidential alert." The message, sent at 11:18 a.m. PT, was part of a nationwide emergency alert test by FEMA (Federal Emergency Management Agency). The text sounded like an Amber Alert and read: "THIS IS A TEST of the National Wireless Emergency Alert System. No action is needed."

Some people did not receive the alert (if you didn't, there's no need to worry [2]), but many of those who did are not exactly fond of the idea — where do we opt out?! To get a kick out of yet another loud moment from this presidency, read ahead for some of the funniest reactions to this first-of-its-kind test.


Source URL
https://www.popsugar.co.uk/news/Reactions-Trump-Presidential-Alert-October-3-2018-45344669