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Viral Trump Rally Attendee Says Mimicry Was 'Sincere Form of Flattery'

Viral Trump Rally Attendee Says Mimicry Was 'Sincere Form of Flattery'

Summary

Rylan Ferguson, a 21-year-old college student, mimicked President Donald Trump during a rally in Georgia as a friendly joke, saying it was a sign of respect. His actions gained a lot of attention online, but Ferguson said he was just having fun and did not mean to offend anyone.

Key Facts

  • Rylan Ferguson is 7 feet tall and describes himself as an extrovert.
  • He attended the rally at his former high school in Georgia, where President Trump spoke.
  • Ferguson graduated from Wheeler High School two years ago and now studies finance at the University of Alabama.
  • He mimicked President Trump’s speech and hand gestures, which was captured on video and went viral.
  • Ferguson said his impersonation was a "sincere form of flattery" and that he was comfortable doing it with friends nearby.
  • He considers himself politically independent and hopes to meet President Trump one day.
  • Some people criticized Ferguson’s impersonation, but others found it funny and harmless.
  • Ferguson did not plan to seek attention and believes the viral moment will fade soon.
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