Republican vice presidential candidate JD Vance criticized Taylor Swift as a “disconnected” billionaire after she endorsed the Democratic president ticket. Vance stated that Swift’s celebrity status and wealth make her out of touch with the average American’s problems and interests, suggesting that her endorsement would not carry much weight with the public. He pointed out that economic challenges faced by ordinary Americans, such as rising grocery and housing prices, do not impact wealthy celebrities like Swift.
Swift made her endorsement in an Instagram post where she expressed support for Vice President Kamala Harris. She highlighted Harris’ leadership qualities and policy positions on issues like LGBT rights, abortion rights, and access to IVF. Swift emphasized the importance of being led by calm and effective leadership rather than chaos. She also mentioned that she was impressed by Harris’ choice of running mate and their commitment to important social issues. Swift signed the post as “Taylor Swift Childless Cat Lady,” referencing Vance’s earlier comments about women without children.
The disparity in wealth between Swift and former President Donald Trump was also a point of discussion. Swift’s net worth is estimated at $1.3 billion, significantly lower compared to Trump’s $3.8 billion fortune. Vance had previously made remarks criticizing childless women in positions of power within the Democratic Party, describing them as unhappy individuals who want to make the rest of the country miserable. He specifically mentioned Harris, Pete Buttigieg, and Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez as examples of this trend in Democratic leadership.
Issues related to LGBT rights, abortion rights, and access to IVF were highlighted in Swift’s endorsement of Harris. While Trump has shown support for same-sex marriage and has made efforts to increase access to IVF, his stance on transgender sports participation and abortion rights has been more controversial. Polls indicate that Trump’s position on abortion may be a significant liability for him, particularly after the Supreme Court’s decision overturning Roe v. Wade. Swift’s endorsement of Harris, who aligns with her views on these issues, received widespread attention and support on social media.
Swift’s reputation as a supporter of Democratic politicians, particularly Harris, was highlighted by her recent endorsement. The false rumor that she and Beyonce would perform ahead of Harris’ Democratic National Convention speech generated significant excitement and drew a large audience to the event. Swift’s endorsement of political candidates and her commitment to advocating for social issues have made her a prominent figure in the political landscape. Despite facing criticism from figures like Vance, Swift continues to use her platform to promote causes that are important to her and her supporters.
