Palm Beach, FL – In a recently leaked memo, sources close to the former president have revealed that Donald Trump attempted to move the iconic Times Square New Year’s Eve ball drop to Mar-a-Lago this year. The plan, dubbed “Operation Midnight MAGA,” reportedly fell apart after logistical challenges and a lack of cooperation from New York officials.
According to insiders, Trump envisioned a grand, televised ball drop at his Florida resort, complete with a gold-plated, MAGA-branded ball and a fireworks display spelling out “Trump 2025.” However, after months of negotiation and what Trump allegedly called “total betrayal by the ball people,” the plan was abandoned.
The Master Plan: Mar-a-Lago Midnight
Leaked emails show that Trump proposed hosting a “bigger, better” ball drop to rival the traditional Times Square event. He promised to replace the “boring, old ball” with a luxury gold one emblazoned with “TRUMP” in bold letters.
“The New York ball is a joke,” Trump allegedly wrote in one email. “It’s too small, too shiny, and frankly, not classy enough. We need a ball that says success—like me.”
The event would have featured:
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A countdown led by Trump himself, pausing for ad-libbed campaign slogans.
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Musical performances by Kid Rock and Ted Nugent.
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A custom midnight toast: “Here’s to me, and maybe also the New Year.”
Why the Plan Failed
Sources say the plan fell apart when Times Square officials refused to relocate the event and trademark disputes arose over the design of Trump’s proposed ball.
“Trump wanted exclusive rights to the countdown, claiming he owns the concept of time itself,” said one former aide. “When they refused, he was livid.”
Even staff at Mar-a-Lago reportedly pushed back, citing concerns about space and the potential fire hazard of the gold-plated ball.
Trump’s Fallout and Spiteful Response
Angered by the failed plan, Trump reportedly took to Truth Social just hours before midnight, blasting the Times Square event:
“NYC Ball Drop is FAKE NEWS! Should’ve been at Mar-a-Lago—the real Midnight HQ. Sad!”
He also staged a last-minute “alternative” celebration, where staff lowered a beach ball covered in gold glitter from a palm tree. Guests described the event as “oddly theatrical,” with Trump narrating the countdown himself before declaring, “It’s midnight when I say it’s midnight.”
Afterward, Trump ordered the Mar-a-Lago DJ to play “We Are the Champions” on repeat as he toasted himself for “saving New Year’s” for his loyal attendees.
Social Media Reactions
The leaks sparked a wave of reactions:
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On Truth Social, supporters defended Trump: “The Times Square elites stole another win from MAGA!”
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On Twitter, critics had a field day:
“Imagine failing to buy time itself.”
“If 2024 didn’t go Trump’s way, he’d try to cancel 2025 entirely.”
What’s Next for Trump and Midnight?
Though “Operation Midnight MAGA” fizzled out, insiders say Trump is already planning a comeback for next year. Aides report discussions of building his own clock tower at Mar-a-Lago, where he can drop a ball “as tremendous as my presidency” every New Year’s Eve.
For now, the Times Square ball remains firmly in place, but the leaked documents are a reminder that, when it comes to Trump, even time itself isn’t safe from political spin.
Stay tuned—because midnight is just a MAGA rally away.
