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ENTREPRENEUR.COM | Founder of Date Right Harnesses the Power of Social Media to Grow His Influence Beyond Capitol Hill

  • esther17376
  • Jul 21
  • 1 min read
John McEntee smiles while seated in a navy suit and patterned tie, with a blurred background featuring votive candles and a cross. The image reflects his polished public persona during and after his tenure in the Trump administration.

NOV 11, 2024 — While many Republicans called for TikTok’s ban, John McEntee built a digital empire on it. The former Trump aide and viral trick-shot quarterback didn’t just crack the algorithm — he leveraged it to grow Date Right, a dating app for young conservatives, into a Thiel-backed brand with cultural clout. Mixing punchy satire with entrepreneurial savvy, McEntee sidestepped traditional media to speak directly to millions. His TikToks blurred the lines between politics, business, and personal branding — and offered the GOP a playbook they mostly ignored. Now, with 3.3 million followers and a knack for shaping narratives, McEntee’s digital-first strategy has made him one of the most unlikely (and effective) influencers on the right.


 
 

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