Scooter Braun has come to Taylor Swift’s defense following a derogatory comment made by Donald Trump. The former president recently stated that he “hates” the pop superstar, prompting Braun to respond with a message of support. On his Instagram Stories, Braun posted, “Shake it off Donald,” alongside a screenshot of Trump’s inflammatory remarks.
This back-and-forth emerged after Swift publicly backed Kamala Harris, the Democratic candidate for the 2024 presidential election. In an Instagram post, Swift expressed her support for Harris, referring to her as a “steady-handed, gifted leader,” and emphasized her commitment to championing rights and causes that matter to her.
In a public show of disdain, Trump took to Truth Social to voice his feelings about Swift. His post read, “I HATE TAYLOR SWIFT!” This outburst occurred shortly after Swift’s endorsement, which also spotlighted other key figures like Tim Waltz, whom she praised for his advocacy on LGBTQ+ rights and women’s bodily autonomy.
Braun, once Swift’s talent manager, was notably involved in a contentious business deal where he acquired the rights to her master recordings. Now, he finds himself in the role of defender, challenging Trump’s remarks. Notably, Trump, in response to Swift’s endorsement of Harris, mentioned that he prefers the friendship of NFL star Brittany Mahomes, who he claims supports him.
Amid the tension, Swift also addressed a fabricated AI image that misrepresented her political stance, expressing concerns over misinformation spread through such means. The political climate surrounding the 2024 election continues to escalate, with celebrities like Swift casting their votes and influencing public discourse in significant ways.
