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Trump Expands Investigation Claims on Harris’s Celebrity Endorsements Amid Rising Tensions

Trump escalates accusations against Harris over paid celebrity endorsements, demanding an investigation into reported campaign finance violations.


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President Trump has intensified his allegations against Vice President Kamala Harris, claiming she illegally paid celebrities for endorsements in her presidential campaign. In a series of Truth Social posts, Trump targeted Bruce Springsteen, Beyoncé, Oprah Winfrey, and Bono, questioning the legality of their endorsements and accusing Harris of using them to artificially inflate her campaign. Despite these accusations, no evidence has been provided. The Harris campaign denies making such payments, although campaign finance reports do indicate costs incurred related to events featuring these figures. Legal experts clarify that paying for endorsements is permitted if properly documented.

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Trump's renewed demand for an investigation into celebrity endorsements reflects an ongoing trend of political intimidation against figures exercising free speech in the arts.

Artists have consistently denied claims of being compensated for their endorsements, dismissing Trump's accusations as unfounded attempts to delegitimize political opposition.

Springsteen's critiques of Trump are highlighted as crucial expressions of democratic dissent, crucial to maintaining healthy political dialogue.

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