Donald Trump’s campaign is facing criticism on social media for a controversial video that features a Taylor Swift song. The video was posted on the “Team Trump” Instagram account and shows Lara Trump, Lynne Patton, Sage Steele, and other women wearing pink jackets with the Trump campaign logo. In the video, they can be seen lip-syncing to Taylor Swift’s hit song “22” before declaring, “voting Donald Trump, baby!”
The video has sparked a wave of backlash on social media, with many users suggesting that Swift should sue for copyright infringement. It’s worth noting that Taylor Swift has endorsed Kamala Harris, adding another layer of controversy to the situation. Former NBA player Rex Chapman reshared the video with the caption “As my daughters would say…’cringe.'”
Critics of the video have been quick to express their distaste, with comments ranging from “barf” to “Eww.” Calls for Swift to take legal action against the Trump campaign have also been circulating online, with one user stating, “Taylor Swift should sue,” and another urging her to issue a “cease and desist” notice.
This latest incident comes after Donald Trump publicly expressed his dislike for Taylor Swift, following her endorsement of Kamala Harris. Swift, in turn, criticised a viral AI-generated image that depicted her endorsing Trump, emphasising the importance of transparency and combating misinformation. The Independent has reached out to both Trump’s campaign and Swift’s representative for comment on the matter.
The video has stirred up a significant amount of controversy and debate online, with many speculating on the implications of using a Taylor Swift song in a pro-Trump campaign video. As the story continues to unfold, it remains to be seen how both sides will respond to the backlash and criticism surrounding the video.