Former President Donald Trump has made explosive but unverified claims that Beyoncé was paid $11 million by Kamala Harris’ 2024 presidential campaign for a brief endorsement appearance, alleging possible campaign finance violations. In a Monday social media rant on Truth Social, Trump announced he would launch “a major investigation” into payments he says were made to multiple celebrities including Bruce Springsteen and Oprah Winfrey to support his Democratic rival.
The allegations focus on Beyoncé’s October 2024 appearance at a Harris rally where the singer gave a 90-second endorsement but didn’t perform. While Trump cited unspecified “news reports” as his source, Harris’ official campaign filings show only a $75 endorsement-related payment to an environmental group. The claims come months after Trump’s electoral victory, reviving his long-standing feud with liberal-leaning entertainers.
Key Details
✔ Trump’s Claims:
- $11M to Beyoncé for rally appearance
- Undisclosed amounts to Springsteen, Oprah
- Calls these “illegal” paid endorsements
✔ Documented Facts:
- Harris campaign reported $75 endorsement expense
- Oprah confirmed $1M production fee for rally costs
- No evidence of Beyoncé payment exists
Political Context
► Trump lost celebrity support but won election
► Springsteen recently called Trump admin “treasonous”
► Harris leveraged star power in unsuccessful bid
