Adam Vary
Updated on: October 10, 2024 6:56 am GMT
The dynamics surrounding Taylor Swift’s involvement in the political landscape, especially with the upcoming 2024 presidential elections, are complex. Swift has a notable history of political engagement, particularly during the 2020 elections when she publicly endorsed the Biden-Harris ticket. Given her significant influence and massive following, many speculate that her endorsement of a candidate in 2024 could sway a considerable number of voters, especially younger ones.
As of now, Swift has not officially endorsed any candidate for the 2024 election, despite speculation that she might follow her precedent from 2020 by supporting Vice President Kamala Harris. Swift is likely to make a statement closer to the election date, especially since her tour has a break leading up to November 5, Election Day. Historically, she has encouraged voter registration and participation through her social media platforms, which has shown a tangible impact — for example, a spike in new voter registrations was noted following her urging to register.
Swift’s relationship with Donald Trump has been fraught. She has criticized his policies and his administration on several occasions, calling out his stance on LGBTQ+ rights and racial justice. Following her endorsement of Marsha Blackburn’s opponent in Tennessee during the 2018 midterms, Trump publicly addressed Swift, saying he liked her music less now. More recently, Trump has attempted to downplay Swift’s influence or even claim some level of connection or support from her, though this has mostly been anecdotal and speculative.
The interaction between Swift and the Biden campaign highlights how much value is placed on her potential endorsement. Both Biden and surrogates have expressed a desire for her involvement, given her ability to engage young voters and mobilize them for the Democratic ticket.
In terms of Swift’s fan base, dubbed “Swifties,” some analysts suggest that they could play a significant role in the election, especially if she becomes vocal about her political preferences. However, it’s essential to recognize that Swift’s fans are politically diverse, and there’s no universally organized movement like “Swifties for Trump,” contrary to some of Trump’s claims on social media.
On a related note, there’s a developing narrative around other celebrities, such as Brittany Mahomes, who has shown some social media interactions that seemed to align with Trump’s platform, suggesting potential divisions among celebrity endorsements and fan alignments in this election cycle.
Taylor Swift hasn’t said who she supports for the 2024 election yet. However, she has been involved in politics before, and many young voters listen to her. This makes her someone to keep an eye on as the election gets closer. Her relationship with Trump is a bit tricky because they have both said things about each other publicly. Meanwhile, the Biden campaign really wants her support to help them connect with more people and raise money.
