LeBron James endorses Kamala Harris, urges voter action ahead of 2024 election

With the 2024 U.S. presidential election days away, NBA star LeBron James has voiced his support for Democratic candidate Kamala Harris, urging Americans to vote.

The Los Angeles Lakers player announced his endorsement on Thursday, joining a list of high-profile figures supporting Harris as she campaigns against former President Donald Trump. "What are we even talking about here?” James said in a statement. “When I think about my kids and my family and how they will grow up, the choice is clear to me. VOTE KAMALA HARRIS!!!”

James has a history of supporting Democratic candidates, having backed President Joe Biden in the previous election and actively campaigned for Hillary Clinton in 2016. His latest endorsement includes a video montage shared online, highlighting controversial remarks from Trump and his supporters, addressing issues of racism and violence. This visual commentary, interwoven with historical images, aims to influence voters as Election Day approaches.

Known for his outspoken political engagement, James has previously campaigned alongside prominent Democratic figures, such as hosting a 2008 concert for Barack Obama. This year, he met with Harris during the U.S. men’s basketball training for the Summer Olympics in Las Vegas, where they discussed key social and political issues.

James’s endorsement aligns with Harris's active campaign schedule, as she plans to participate in three events on Thursday, including rallies in Phoenix and Las Vegas and a speaking engagement in Reno, Nevada. As Election Day on November 5 nears, Harris’s campaign looks to leverage endorsements from public figures like James to energize voter turnout and mobilize support in crucial states.