MAGA commonly stands for “Make America Great Again.” It is best known as a political slogan associated with Donald Trump’s campaigns, originally popularized in 2016 and continuing to be used by his movement. The term has also come to refer to the broader political ideology, base, and sometimes a specific political action committee associated with Trump.

Key nuances:

• Origins and usage: The phrase was popularized as a campaign slogan, with roots that trace back to earlier uses in American politics, including Ronald Reagan, who used a variant of the sentiment. Over time, MAGA has been used to signal policy priorities such as immigration limits, economic nationalism, and a desire to return to perceived earlier conditions in the United States.

• Controversy and interpretation: MAGA is described by many observers as a loaded or dog-whistle phrase that can signify nationalism or exclusivity, and it has been the subject of substantial political and cultural debate. Different groups may interpret the slogan and its associated movement in quite different ways.

• Variants and related terms: MAGA Inc. is a related entity (a political action committee), and the acronym is sometimes used in broader discussions about the movement or its supporters. There are also broader discussions about what the slogan means to different audiences, including polls and commentary on its perceived implications.

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