The tiny pygmy hippo and internet icon Moo Deng is being lavished with praise for correctly predicting the outcome of the 2024 presidential election.
But simultaneously, left-leaning internet users, who adored the memetic animal, are now actively plotting her demise.
On Monday, Moo Deng, which translates to “bouncy pork” in Thai, was asked to choose between two cakes to determine who would be victorious in the pivotal race.
Between the two, Moo Deng ran towards the watermelon-based treat with President-elect Donald Trump’s name carved on its side. Needless to say, the prediction was met with mixed reviews online.
But come Tuesday evening, after Trump declared victory over Democratic nominee Vice President Kamala Harris, many quickly recognized, albeit jokingly, Moo Deng’s apparent power.
“Moo Deng really had the tea omg,” Versace Hottie wrote.
Others marveled at Moo Deng’s accomplishments given her short life.
“Moo Deng was not even born 4 months ago, became an international pop culture sensation and successfully predicted the US presidential election,” @PopulismUpdates said.
But others worried that Moo Deng might take the blame for the election’s outcome.
“I just hope people don’t get the idea that it was Moo Deng’s fault,” @SaksithCNA said.
Others said the opposite.
“this is all moo deng’s fault,” wrote a user.
And although it’s all in jest, many nevertheless did decide to vent their frustrations at the tiny hippo.
Some suggested that Harris herself would soon be eating Moo Deng for dinner.
Others said its over for the internet celeb.
“I’m officially cancelling Moo Deng, that was so shady.” one wrote.
“Cancel Moo Deng fr,” added another.
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