Trump and Vance Dismiss Taylor Swift's Endorsement, Focus on Economic Issues in 2024 Campaign
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Former president Donald Trump and his running mate Ohio Sen. JD Vance brushed off popstar Taylor Swift's endorsement of Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in the 2024 contest, stating that her influence on voters is limited. Swift's endorsement, posted on Instagram after her debate with Trump, received 9.3 million likes since its release.
During an interview with Fox' Martha MacCallum, Vance expressed his admiration for Swift's music but questioned her connection to the interests and problems of most Americans. He emphasized the impact of rising grocery and housing prices on middle-class Americans, whereas billionaires like Swift remain unaffected. Vance believed that highlighting a better economy and safer streets would resonate more with women voters.
On the other hand, Trump took a different approach, directing attention to Brittany Mahomes, the wife of Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes. Trump praised Brittany Mahomes for being a "big MAGA fan" and suggested Swift wouldn't endorse Biden. He expressed his lack of support for Swift since she tends to endorse Democrats and believed she would face consequences in the marketplace for her political stance.
Swift, in her endorsement, mentioned the fake AI-generated images of herself endorsing Trump on his social media site, Truth Social. She emphasized the need for transparency in her voting plans. The pop icon signed off her endorsement as a "Childless Cat Lady," referencing Vance's past comments criticizing such individuals, although Vance claimed his remarks were sarcastic.
Harris wasted no time in leveraging Swift's endorsement, walking out to Swift's song "The Man" after the debate, highlighting the challenges women face regarding double standards in their careers. The campaign website is also selling Harris Walz friendship bracelets, a popular symbol from Swift's Eras Tour.
As the 2024 campaign heats up, Trump and Vance remain focused on economic issues, aiming to resonate with voters concerned about the rising cost of living and the impact on middle-class Americans. While Swift's endorsement may hold sway among her millions of followers, both Trump and Vance appear unfazed by her public support for their opponents and are determined to make their case based on a stronger economy and safer communities.
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