Amber Rose has shocked fans by endorsing Donald Trump for president, posing for a picture with him and Melania Trump on Instagram. This is a major pivot for Rose, who founded a feminist SlutWalk protest in 2015 and once called Trump a “f—ing idiot” in a 2016 interview. Meanwhile, Cardi B has announced that she will not be voting for Joe Biden due to his support for ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and the Israel-Hamas war. Cardi B has previously been a vocal supporter of Democratic candidates, endorsing Bernie Sanders in 2020 before switching to Biden after he secured the nomination. However, she has now expressed her opposition to Biden, stating that America should not fund endless wars for other countries.
Other celebrities have also spoken out against Biden, with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson saying his endorsement of Biden in 2020 caused division. Rapper Macklemore released a song criticizing Biden for his involvement in ongoing conflicts, while “Euphoria” star Hunter Schafer was arrested protesting against Biden’s appearance on a late-night show. Comedian Michael Rapaport stated that he would not vote for Biden due to his handling of the Israel-Palestine conflict. Despite the criticism from some celebrities, polling data shows that Biden still holds a significant lead among younger voters, with a Harvard Youth Poll showing a 19-point lead among likely voters ages 18-29.
While several celebrities endorsed Biden in the 2020 election, only a handful have publicly supported him in the 2024 election cycle so far. This includes Lin-Manuel Miranda and Mark Hamill. However, some popular performers who endorsed Biden in 2020 have yet to comment on the 2024 election, such as Taylor Swift and Beyoncé. Former President Trump has gained support from celebrities like Kid Rock and Jason Aldean, as well as unlikely endorsements from Lawrence Taylor. On the other hand, a group of celebrities have endorsed independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr., including Rob Schneider and Woody Harrelson, who narrated a documentary advertisement for Kennedy. John Stockton and Kevin Spacey have also expressed their support for Kennedy, citing their anti-vaccine beliefs as a factor in their endorsement.
As the 2024 election approaches, more celebrities may come forward with endorsements for their preferred candidates. While Biden currently holds a lead among younger voters, criticism from high-profile figures like Cardi B and Amber Rose could impact his support among certain demographics. The influence of celebrities in politics is a longstanding tradition, with endorsements from famous individuals often serving as a way to engage and mobilize voters. It remains to be seen how these endorsements and criticisms will impact the outcome of the election, as the race between Trump, Biden, and independent candidate Kennedy continues to unfold.
