MAGA supporters furious after not receiving Trump phones fear losing $100 deposits
The Mirror US • • business
Key Points:
- The release of the Trump Mobile T1 phones, announced by Donald Trump’s sons in June 2025, has been delayed multiple times, initially due to a government shutdown, and as of now, the phones have still not been released.
- Many MAGA supporters who paid $100 deposits for the phones are expressing frustration and demanding updates, with some sharing their grievances on social media platforms like TikTok and X.
- The Trump Mobile website’s fine print clarifies that deposits do not guarantee the production or availability of the phones, and no purchase contract is created by placing a deposit; approximately 600,000 deposits have reportedly been made.
- The T1 phone was initially marketed as "Made in the USA," but this claim was later softened to being "designed with American values," and the phone is priced at $499 with a monthly service fee of $47.45, which references Trump’s presidential numbers.
- Refunds for the $100 deposits are available according to the website’s terms, which also state that the offer is subject to change or cancellation without notice, leading some critics to label the situation as a potential scam.
