Donald Trump says he’s less of a Taylor Swift fan than he was yesterday.

In the process, she trashed the Republican contender, Rep. Marsha Blackburn (who leads in the polls).

Many conservatives, not surprisingly, reacted with outrage at Swift taking a stand that parts company with them. Also upset were white supremacists and neo-Nazis, who in the past had somehow convinced themselves that Swift was on their side.

Trump, in comments to reporters Monday afternoon, took an approach that simultaneously seems more statesman-like that most of his statements, while still sounding petty in a way only he can.

Trump tells us upon arriving back at the White House he likes Taylor Swift’s music but maybe about “25 percent” less now that she has endorsed Bredesen — Kathryn Watson (@kathrynw5) October 8, 2018

In the past, Trump has claimed to be a big fan of Swift’s, as in this tweet from nearly six years ago.

Glad to hear that @taylorswift13 will be co-hosting the Grammy nominations special on 12.5. Taylor is terrific! — Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) October 30, 2012

Reactions on Twitter to Trump’s declaration included skepticism that he really has had an interest in Swift’s music.

Can he name one song? — The Unknown Unknown (@Bufshuf) October 8, 2018

@realDonaldTrump marinates in adolescent pettiness. What’s his next move—calling Kanye to share Taylor Swift horror stories? — TexasHillCountry (@TxHillCountry6) October 8, 2018

When he says stuff like this, why doesn’t it translate what a complete phony he is! — Annemarie Hams (@annemariehams) October 8, 2018

I hope his next move is to tell all his Twitter followers to listen to Katy Perry songs exclusively for the next week. — Jesse Pound (@jesserpound) October 8, 2018

The guy who does not know the words to the National Anthem couldnt pick Taylor Swift out of a line up I am sure. — Linda Therese (@syblcat) October 8, 2018