In a major political twist, Taylor Swift has thrown her support behind Vice President Kamala Harris following Harris’ televised debate with Donald Trump. The pop superstar publicly endorsed Harris and her running mate, Tim Walz, in a post-debate statement, which is sure to send shockwaves through both the political and music worlds.
Swift’s endorsement came only moments after the debate concluded, as she clarified her political stance to her millions of followers. She revealed she felt compelled to speak up after discovering a fake AI-generated endorsement claiming she supported Trump.
Wanting to set the record straight, Taylor declared that she is firmly behind the Harris-Walz ticket for the upcoming election.
In her statement, Swift emphasized why she’s supporting the Vice President. “Kamala Harris fights for the rights and causes that I believe need a champion,” she said.
Swift praised Harris’ leadership qualities, calling her “a steady-handed, gifted leader,” adding, “I believe we can accomplish so much more as a nation with calm leadership rather than chaos.” Swift also highlighted Walz’s dedication to crucial issues like LGBTQ+ rights, reproductive freedom, and women’s autonomy.
The singer didn’t stop there—Swift sent an important message to first-time voters, urging them to get registered and to cast their votes early for convenience. “Voting early is just easier,” she reminded her fans, using her platform to push for strong voter turnout.
This public endorsement by one of the world’s biggest celebrities is expected to energize young voters and could potentially sway undecided voters as Election Day approaches.
