The Washington Times
Reliable reporting, hard-hitting analysis & breaking news, plus RTs from our writers and reporters. Also at @WashTimesOpEd, @WashTimesLocal, @WashTimesSports
455,340
Followers
1,886
Following
617,295
Tweets
5.4
Avg Engagement
8,168
Listed
Yes
Verified
Account Overview
What This Report Covers
This comprehensive analysis examines @WashTimes's Twitter/X presence across multiple dimensions. We analyze tweet content, engagement patterns, audience demographics, posting habits, and network connections to provide actionable insights about this account's social media strategy and influence.
Account Classification
- Account Size: Macro Influencer (100K+)
- Account Age:2008-05-05
- Verification:Yes
- Location:Washington, D.C.
Data Summary
- Tweets Analyzed:3,250
- Avg Likes per Tweet:3.8
- Avg Retweets per Tweet:1.5
- Followers Analyzed:50,000
Engagement Analysis
Based on 3,250 tweetsThe account has moderate engagement with an average of 142 likes and 37 retweets per tweet. The content often sparks discussion, especially on political and international topics.
3.8
Avg Likes/Tweet
1.5
Avg Retweets/Tweet
12,420
Total Likes
4,999
Total Retweets
Engagement Quality Analysis
Median-based metrics that resist fake virality and outliers.
3
Median Likes
1
Median Retweets
6
75th Percentile
541
Top Tweet
0.01
Engagement per 1K Followers
Normalized influence metric
Viral Spikes
Engagement Pattern
Few posts get most engagement
Posting Behavior
Content style and format preferences
Broadcaster
Primarily shares original content
98.0%
Original
0.1%
Replies
1.9%
Retweets
0.0%
Quotes
0.0%
Threads
0.1%
With Media
98.9%
With Links
1.6%
With #Tags
7.7%
With @Mentions
0.0%
With Emojis
150
Avg Length
Audience Reaction Profile
Broadcast
Focuses on original content over replies
0.0
Reply/Original Ratio
0.0
Quote/RT Ratio
Posting Rhythm
Consistent
Regular posting cadence
83.4%
Weekday Posts
16.6%
Weekend Posts
Top Hashtags
Most Mentioned
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Content Strategy Analysis
Based on 3,250 tweetsContent Type Distribution
Content Breakdown
What This Reveals About Their Strategy
This is a content-creator focused account that primarily shares original thoughts, ideas, and media. With original content dominating their feed, they position themselves as a source of new information rather than a curator. This strategy works well for establishing thought leadership.
The 62 retweets (2% of activity) show they also amplify content from others, which helps build relationships with other accounts and provides value to followers by surfacing relevant content.
Posting Patterns & Optimal Timing
Based on 3,250 tweetsEngagement by Hour (UTC)
Posting Frequency Over Time
Timing Insights
Understanding when an account posts and when their audience is most responsive provides valuable competitive intelligence. The charts above show when this account's content receives the most engagement, which often correlates with when their specific audience is most active on the platform.
Peak posting times vary significantly based on an account's audience demographics, timezone distribution, and content type. Accounts with global audiences often see engagement spread across multiple time windows, while those with regional focus may have more concentrated peaks.
Audience Demographics
Based on 50,000 followersThe audience is primarily interested in politics, international relations, and current events. They are likely politically engaged individuals and readers of the Washington Times.
Average
Audience Quality
30.7%
Suspicion Index
36.8%
Low-Quality %
18
Median Reach
Audience Quality Signals
Lower percentages indicate healthier, more authentic followers.
49.6%
Empty Bio
34.2%
<10 Tweets
13.9%
Mass Following (>2K)
0.0%
New (<90 days)
66.8%
Low Ratio (<0.1)
0.0%
New (<180 days)
91.8%
No URL
24.1%
<3 Tweets
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Try Bot DetectorFollower Reach & Influence
This account's followers have their own audiences, creating potential for secondary amplification.
52,452,392
Total Potential Reach
18
Median Follower Reach
105
75th Percentile Reach
6.2%
>1K followers
0.6%
>10K followers
0.1%
>50K followers
0.1%
>100K followers
Creator vs Consumer Split
Classification based on tweet activity: Creators (>100 tweets), Consumers (10-100 tweets), Dormant (<10 tweets).
44.9%
Creators
22,435 accounts
21.0%
Consumers
10,489 accounts
34.2%
Dormant
17,076 accounts
Follower Influence Distribution
How many followers do their followers have?
Follower Account Age
How long have followers been on Twitter?
Geographic Distribution
Top locations where followers are based (from those who share location data):
2,046
Verified Followers
2.03% of total
9,995
Protected Accounts
9.9% of total
4 years
Avg Account Age
of their followers
Notable Followers (By Influence)
Top accounts following this user, sorted by their follower count:
| Username | Followers | Profession | Interests |
|---|---|---|---|
| @JohnCena | 14,104,468 | Wrestler | Wrestling, Motivation, Self-promotion |
| @tedcruz | 5,984,919 | Politician | Fatherhood, Liberty, Texas |
| @ShehuSani | 3,066,364 | Politician | Human Rights, Author, PanAfricanist |
| @mattgaetz | 2,072,275 | Politician | Politics, Florida, America First |
| @SarahPalinUSA | 1,426,810 | Politician | Politics, Alaska, Republican |
| @larryelder | 1,394,801 | Commentator | politics, conservative, activism |
| @SinghLions | 1,334,864 | Restaurateur | Food, Travel, Influencer |
| @disclosetv | 1,218,686 | News outlet | World events, Theater, Observing |
| @morningmika | 1,035,337 | - | - |
| @RepBoebert | 899,423 | Politician | 2A, Freedom, Western |
Top Keywords in Follower Bios
Top Hashtags in Follower Bios
55,644
Followers With Bio
45,355
Followers Without Bio
55.09%
% With Bio
44.91%
% Without Bio
Why Audience Demographics Matter
Understanding who follows an account reveals the type of influence they hold. Accounts followed primarily by users with few followers indicate broad, mainstream appeal. Those with many high-follower followers have greater potential for content amplification through secondary sharing.
Account age distribution also tells a story: a follower base with many new accounts might indicate recent viral growth, while established followers suggest long-term, stable influence. Geographic data helps understand the cultural context and timezone spread of the audience.
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Top 5 by likes+RTs from 3,250 analyzed1,430
Combined Engagement
1,184
Total Likes
246
Total Retweets
286
Avg per Tweet
Key Metrics for Viral Tweets
0%
With Media
0%
With Hashtags
0%
With @Mentions
100%
With Links
Topical Analysis:
Republican presidential candidate Vivek Ramaswamy is convinced that he has figured out a way to stop China from invading Taiwan: Give the Taiwanese people guns. https://t.co/pZIHezvtxx
Ted Cruz blames Biden for French President Macron’s cozying up to China https://t.co/8e5UQ47TNi https://t.co/kerljOzodT
NYC crime victims tell their stories to House Judiciary Committee https://t.co/IymPLeqPqG
China fired a warning shot at Biden when a Chinese-American bank supplied Senate Republicans with records showing millions of dollars flowing from Chinese companies to Biden‘s son and brother, said a lawmaker spearheading the investigation. https://t.co/1zHwPWgARH
Republican voters in South Carolina favor former President Donald Trump for the 2024 presidential nomination even though he is set to face key Palmetto State figures, according to a new poll. https://t.co/av51aFhi7V
Key Insights & Takeaways
The account frequently covers political figures and their statements, highlighting key issues in U.S. and global politics. It shares content from its affiliated accounts, expanding its reach and influence. The use of retweets from writers and reporters adds credibility and variety to the content.
Strengths
- + Established follower base of 455,340
- + Strong original content creation
- + Active presence with consistent posting
Opportunities
- ~ Optimize posting times for peak engagement windows
- ~ Analyze top-performing content for replicable patterns
- ~ Leverage geographic concentration for targeted content
- ~ Explore collaboration potential with followed accounts
Summary
This analysis of @WashTimes reveals an growing Twitter presence with 455,340 followers. The account demonstrates a content-creator strategy, averaging 5.4 engagements per tweet. Key strengths include consistent posting and an engaged audience, with opportunities to further optimize timing and content strategy based on the patterns identified in this report.
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