Celebrity Endorsements for Kamala Harris

SOURCE www.factcheck.org
Celebrity endorsements for Vice President Kamala Harris were unfoundedly claimed to have collectively cost $20 million, but there is no evidence to support this. The article debunks the claims and highlights the endorsements received from Beyoncé, Oprah Winfrey, Eminem, Megan Thee Stallion, and Lizzo. The Harris campaign did not pay these celebrities for their endorsements.

Key Points

  • No evidence supports the claim that celebrities were paid $20 million for endorsing Kamala Harris.
  • High-profile celebrities like Beyoncé, Oprah Winfrey, Eminem, Megan Thee Stallion, and Lizzo endorsed Harris without receiving payment.
  • Political campaigns are required to disclose paid endorsements, and the Harris campaign did not make significant payments to these celebrities.

Pros

  • Celebrity endorsements can help raise awareness and support for political candidates.

Cons

  • Unfounded claims and misinformation can spread quickly on social media.