'A joke': Swifties unhappy with Taylor's 'friendship' with Trump supporter
American singer-songwriter Taylor Swift is facing criticism from fans for her association with Brittany Mahomes, a vocal supporter of former US President Donald Trump. Swift and Mahomes were recently seen together at the US Open, which sparked speculation about their relationship. Fans are upset because Swift has previously spoken out against Trump, particularly in her 2020 documentary Miss Americana.
Swift, Mahomes were spotted together at US Open
Swift and Mahomes were seen embracing at the US Open on September 8. This followed the National Football League 2024 season's kickoff on September 5, where Swift was present to watch the Kansas City Chiefs's victory over the Baltimore Ravens. Fans noted that Swift and Mahomes did not sit together in a shared box during the game, as they usually do. While the global popstar is dating Chiefs's tight end, Travis Kelce, Mahomes is married to their quarterback, Patrick Mahomes.
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Fans criticize Swift's political stance
Fans have taken issue with Swift's association with Mahomes due to the singer's previous criticism of Trump. In her documentary Miss Americana, Swift expressed regret for not being politically active before the 2016 presidential election. She also tweeted against Trump in 2020, accusing him of stoking racism and white supremacy. Fans are now calling out what they see as a contradiction in Swift's actions and words.
'Not a word about Palestine, Trump, LGBTQ+ laws'
One fan tweeted, "Not a word about Palestine. Not a word about Trump using your face to promote him. Not a word about LGBTQ+ laws over the last few years, or anything happening in your home state. Besties with a SA (sexual assault) apologist & an endorsed Trump supporter. This tweet & 2019 you are such a joke wow!"
Trump has been using Swift for political gain, opine fans
Meanwhile, Trump has capitalized on his apparent association with Swift ahead of the presidential election. He has posted AI-generated images of himself with Swift and claimed a false "Swifties for Trump" movement. Swift, who publicly supported President Joe Biden in the 2020 election, has not yet expressed support for either Trump or Democratic nominee and current Vice President Kamala Harris in the upcoming election.
