Trump declares he 'hates' Taylor Swift; singer focuses on voter empowerment instead

Pop icon Taylor Swift has officially thrown her support behind Vice President Kamala Harris and Tim Walz in the upcoming 2024 U.S. presidential election, stirring a significant reaction from former President Donald Trump.

Swift, renowned for her influence and large social media following, shared her endorsement on Instagram to her 238 million followers, subtly urging them to become informed voters without directly attacking Trump.

Her post, accompanied by a picture with her cat Benjamin Button, emphasized her reasons for supporting Harris, stating, “I’m voting for @kamalaharris because she fights for the rights and causes I believe need a warrior to champion them.”

Trump's response was swift and stark, as he expressed his displeasure on his Truth Social account, explicitly stating, “I HATE TAYLOR SWIFT!” in an all-caps post.

This outburst followed the first televised debate between Trump and Harris, highlighting the charged atmosphere of the election.

Swift also addressed the misuse of artificial intelligence in politics, referencing doctored images circulated by Trump that falsely suggested her support for him.

She elaborated on her concerns about AI and misinformation, advocating for transparency and truth as the primary tools against such tactics.

The pop star's political stance has not only mobilized her fans but also led to a significant spike in traffic to the Vote.gov registration site, demonstrating her impactful reach.

As Swift gears up for the U.S. leg of her Eras Tour, her engagement in the political sphere continues to resonate, with fans and celebrities alike, including Flavor Flav who declared on X, “I LOVE TAYLOR SWIFT,!!”