President Trump has demanded a “large-scale investigation” into former Vice President Kamala Harris, criticizing her for allegedly breaking the law by performing alongside renowned artists at campaign rallies.
Trump expressed his discontent over Harris’s celebrity-filled events as she geared up for the November election, specifically mentioning the likes of Bruce Springsteen, Beyoncé, Oprah Winfrey, and Bono from U2.
He questioned, “How much did Kamala Harris pay Bruce Springsteen for his lackluster performance during the campaign?” adding this issue in an all-caps post on his social media platform.
Trump further pondered why Springsteen, if he was such a fan of Harris, would accept payment for his performance. “Isn’t that a significant, illegal campaign contribution? And what about Beyoncé? How much did she make from it?” he wrote.
He called for a thorough investigation, denouncing the situation as a “corrupt and illegal way to exploit a flawed system.”
Harris garnered support from high-profile celebrities soon after entering the presidential race last July. Notable figures like Arnold Schwarzenegger, LeBron James, and Taylor Swift joined her cause, while many popular artists performed at her events.
Stars like Lady Gaga, Katy Perry, and Bruce Springsteen showcased their support at rallies meant to galvanize underperforming voters. Springsteen, in particular, played at an event featuring former President Barack Obama.
Recently, Beyoncé made an appearance with Harris at a rally in Houston but surprised some fans by not performing.
In a pointed message, Trump described Harris’s efforts to inflate attendance at her rallies as “expensive and desperate,” insisting it was against the law.
On the eve of the election, Harris was seen alongside Oprah Winfrey at a rally near the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
After the election, concerns were raised regarding allegations that Harris had paid celebrities with funds that had gone through Oprah’s production company, which was significant at $1 million.
The Harris Campaign has pushed back against these accusations.
The Federal Election Commission stipulates that campaigns must provide fair market value for performance costs, including payments to artists and crew members.
An FEC spokesperson noted that there are no explicit laws banning campaigns from compensating celebrities for endorsements.
Ultimately, despite her star-studded support, Harris was soundly defeated by Trump, who returned to the White House.
