Trump Demands Prosecution Over Harris Campaign Celebrity Payments

President Donald Trump has accused Vice President Kamala Harris and the Democratic Party of illegally paying millions of dollars to celebrities such as Beyoncé, Oprah Winfrey, and Rev. Al Sharpton for endorsements during the 2024 presidential campaign. Trump alleged that Beyoncé was paid $11 million without performing, Oprah received $3 million for expenses, and Sharpton was paid $600,000 despite doing "absolutely nothing," calling these payments violations of campaign finance laws. He demanded prosecution of Harris and all others involved, arguing that paying for endorsements is illegal and that these transactions were improperly recorded in campaign finances. While Harris’ campaign acknowledged payments to production companies for event-related costs, the celebrities denied being paid solely for endorsements. Trump emphasized the seriousness of the alleged violations, warning that allowing paid endorsements would undermine democratic processes. These claims have sparked debate over campaign spending practices and the role of celebrity involvement in political campaigns.