Trump's Wild Rant: Threatens to Prosecute Beyoncé, Oprah, and Kamala!
Donald Trump, in a late-night social media outburst from Scotland, targeted Kamala Harris, Oprah Winfrey, and Beyoncé with threats of prosecution. He also lashed out at news networks, suggesting their licenses should be revoked.
While golfing in the UK, Trump claimed, without evidence, that Beyoncé was paid $11 million to endorse Harris, alleging she “never sang, not one note, and left the stage to a booing and angry audience!” He further claimed Democrats paid Oprah $3 million in “expenses” and Reverend Al Sharpton $600,000.
Trump asserted that paying for endorsements is “totally illegal.” He wrote on Truth Social, “YOU ARE NOT ALLOWED TO PAY FOR AN ENDORSEMENT. IT IS TOTALLY ILLEGAL TO DO SO… Can you imagine what would happen if politicians started paying for people to endorse them. All hell would break out!”
There is no credible evidence to support Trump's accusations that any of these individuals were paid for their endorsements by the Democratic campaign. Oprah has previously stated she “was not paid a dime” to appear alongside Harris, clarifying that the campaign covered $1 million in expenses.
Trump's rant raises questions about the potential for abuse of power and the spread of misinformation. The claims, made without any supporting evidence, have been widely criticized as baseless and politically motivated.
The Implications of Trump's Claims
Trump's accusations have sparked debate about the ethics of endorsements and the role of money in politics. While paying directly for an endorsement is generally prohibited, the line between legitimate campaign support and illegal payments can be blurry. The case highlights the need for greater transparency and accountability in campaign finance.
Reactions to Trump's Outburst
Reactions to Trump's social media activity have been varied, ranging from outrage and disbelief to amusement and support. Critics have condemned his behavior as reckless and irresponsible, while supporters have defended his right to express his opinions.