Trump Media Launches Global Streaming Service, Truth+, with Newsmax Partnership
A new front has opened in the media landscape as Trump Media & Technology Group rolls out its streaming platform, Truth+, globally in partnership with conservative news network Newsmax. The launch, announced Monday, marks a significant expansion for the company behind Truth Social, the social media platform favored by former President Donald Trump.
Truth+ aims to deliver “family-friendly live TV channels and on-demand content” to a worldwide audience, capitalizing on a perceived demand for alternative perspectives in the media. The platform’s initial offering prominently features the Newsmax channel, signaling a clear ideological alignment.
Expanding the Trump Media Ecosystem
The launch of Truth+ is the latest step in Trump Media’s ambitious plan to build a comprehensive media and technology ecosystem. The company already operates Truth Social, and is preparing to introduce Truth.Fi, a financial services and FinTech brand focused on “America First” investment vehicles.
“We’re gratified by the fast introduction of Truth+ to international markets and look forward to completing the rollout across all devices and operating systems,” stated a company release from Trump Media CEO and chairman Devin Nunes. He specifically thanked Newsmax for its collaboration, emphasizing the expansion will bring the network’s programming to new audiences.
Broad Device Compatibility & Global Reach
The Truth+ app is currently available for download on a wide range of devices, including those running iOS and Android, as well as via the internet and on popular connected TV platforms like Apple TV, Android TV, Amazon Fire, and Roku. The company anticipates global availability on LG and Samsung connected TVs pending app store approvals.
Nunes further articulated the company’s vision, stating, “There is clearly a need globally for fresh perspectives on the great issues of our day, and we’re laying the groundwork to challenge the woke news monolith with hard-hitting, non-woke reporting and commentary.” This statement underscores the platform’s positioning as a direct competitor to mainstream media outlets.
Industry Reaction & Future Outlook
Newsmax CEO Chris Ruddy echoed the sentiment of a successful partnership, noting Nunes’s success with Truth Social and expressing pride in collaborating on this global expansion. “Devin Nunes has done a remarkable job growing Truth Social and now Truth+ in the U.S., it’s only natural they would grow globally and we’re proud to partner with him and Trump Media on this expansion,” Ruddy said.
The launch of Truth+ represents a bold move by Trump Media to extend its influence beyond social media and into the rapidly evolving streaming television market. Whether the platform can attract a substantial audience and establish a sustainable business model remains to be seen, but it undoubtedly adds another layer of complexity to the already fragmented media landscape.
