Billionaire tech tycoon Michael Dell says he is condemning online trolls who mocked his wife Susan’s appearance after the couple’s recent White House appearance. Multiple outlets report that Dell and his wife received unkind comments that turned personal, prompting Dell to respond publicly.
According to reports, Dell reshared messages supporting his wife and defended her following the backlash. In some coverage, the focus is on Dell’s reaction to the criticism, including his support for Susan after the remarks circulated online. Other coverage also notes that Dell and his wife used a subsequent White House visit to promote a savings initiative they are funding, while the earlier social media response remained a topic.