Taylor Swift breaks her political silence and finally wades into the US presidential election race – sort of

Taylor Swift has waded into the murky waters of American politics, taking to social media on a crucial day in the race for president to implore her fans to vote.

The megastar has been the subject of criticism, speculation and wild conspiracy theories for several months now, with Republicans concerned she could use her massive influence to encourage young people to vote for Joe Biden in November.

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Taylor Swift breaks her political silence and finally wades into the US presidential election race – sort of
After months of speculation about what, if any involvement Taylor Swift might have in the upcoming US election, the pop megastar finally broke her silence today.

Shannon Molloy
Shannon Molloy
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March 7, 2024 – 3:58PM

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Taylor Swift has waded into the murky waters of American politics, taking to social media on a crucial day in the race for president to implore her fans to vote.

The megastar has been the subject of criticism, speculation and wild conspiracy theories for several months now, with Republicans concerned she could use her massive influence to encourage young people to vote for Joe Biden in November.

Taylor Swift took time out from her mammoth Eras global tour to wade into US politics. Picture: Getty
Taylor Swift took time out from her mammoth Eras global tour to wade into US politics. Picture: Getty
But her message to her 283 million followers on Instagram today drew a mixed response.

“Today, March 5, is the presidential primary in Tennessee and 16 other states and territories,” she wrote in a Story.

“I wanted to remind you guys to vote the people who most represent YOU into power. If you haven’t already, make a plan to vote today.

“Whether you’re in Tennessee or somewhere else in the US, check your polling place and times at vote.org.”

Cautious tone divides fans

It wasn’t the emphatic endorsement of Mr Biden that many expected – and either hoped for or dreaded – and that seemed to irk some observers elsewhere on social media.