Donald Trump’s recent comments comparing Vice President Kamala Harris to legendary boxer Mike Tyson stirred up a storm within the boxing community, especially among its prominent Democratic promoters.

Trump’s remarks, delivered in his usual flamboyant style, appeared to equate Harris’s political moves to Tyson’s boxing aggression, a comparison that many found unusual. While some saw it as Trump’s way of framing Harris as a “fighter” in the political ring, others found the analogy strained and somewhat offensive.

One high-profile promoter, who has backed Democratic causes for years, reportedly fired back at Trump, labeling the former president’s statements as “nuts.” This promoter argued that such comparisons were not only unfounded but also disrespectful to both Harris and Tyson. Tyson, despite his controversial past, is respected in the boxing world for his contributions to the sport and his journey of personal transformation. Harris, likewise, is known for her tenacity in politics, but likening her to Tyson in the ring was viewed as a reductive portrayal by her supporters.

The response from the boxing community highlights a broader debate about the tone of political discourse. Tyson himself has not commented on the matter, but Trump’s statement has certainly left its mark, drawing attention and strong opinions from fans and figures on both sides of the political spectrum.