Trump claims without evidence that celebrities were paid to endorse Harris
Briefly

Donald Trump criticized celebrities endorsing Kamala Harris, claiming they were illegally paid for their endorsements. He posted on social media questioning the legitimacy of endorsements from Bruce Springsteen, Oprah, and Bono, suggesting these payments violated campaign finance laws. Trump called for investigations into these endorsements, labeling them an unlawful tactic to manipulate the election. His rhetoric reflects a pattern of seeking to use the Justice Department against his opponents while fostering claims of corruption among Hollywood figures who support his rivals.
Trump’s accusations center around the idea that celebrity endorsements for Kamala Harris were financially motivated, questioning their legality and calling for investigations.
Trump's rhetorical questions targeted high-profile figures, accusing them of corruption while painting his investigation as a necessary response to illegal activities.
The former president claimed without evidence that massive payments were made to celebrities for endorsements, branding it as an illegal election scam.
Critics say Trump’s use of the Justice Department against his opponents reflects a troubling trend of weaponizing government for personal retribution.
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