Donald Trump mocks Kamala Harris' Texas rally saying 'they got Beyonce...ugh'
NOVI, MICHIGAN: During a rally in Michigan on Saturday, October 26, former president Donald Trump took aim at singer Beyonce while criticizing Vice President Kamala Harris.
Donald Trump targeted the music icon in a jab at Harris, leading Harris' campaign to label him as "unhinged."
Donald Trump mocks Beyonce's appearance at Kamala Harris' rally
The Grammy-winning artist recently joined Kamala Harris at a rally in Houston, where she spoke in support of the Vice President.
Thank you, @Beyonce and @kellyrowland. pic.twitter.com/rgAOkEUZV7
— Kamala Harris (@KamalaHarris) October 26, 2024
Trump highlighted her appearance to his supporters, characterizing the event as nothing more than a "dance party."
"You know, last night my opponent had one of these. And they bussed in people, but you know, they got Beyonce–and you know Beyonce–Beyonce, ugh. They got Beyonce," Trump said to his Michigan audience as the Daily Beast reported.
He further criticized the Vice President, describing her presence at the Houston rally as "out partying" and "celebrating!"
Trump added, "Joe Biden is asleep. Kamala is at a dance party with Beyonce. This person cannot be a president."
In response, Harris' X campaign account reposted a clip of Trump’s comments, captioning it "An unhinged Trump attacks Beyonce for endorsing Kamala Harris."
An unhinged Trump attacks Beyoncé for endorsing Kamala Harris pic.twitter.com/UHjUu9I4N2
— Kamala HQ (@KamalaHQ) October 26, 2024
Beyonce urging unity at Kamala Harris rally upsets fans for not performing
The Houston rally featuring Beyonce also included Kelly Rowland and Willie Nelson, joining the star in Kamala Harris' home state.
Addressing the crowd, Beyonce rallied support for Harris, urging voters to consider the need for unity. "We are at the precipice of an incredible shift," she said.
"The brink of history. I’m not here as a celebrity. I’m not here as a politician. I’m here as a mother. A mother who cares deeply about the world my children and all of our children live in," Beyonce added.
Beyonce has more courage than two centuries old newspapers combined. pic.twitter.com/GH3nSX2JE7
— Reecie @BlackWomenViews (@ReecieColbert) October 26, 2024
"A world where we have the freedom to control our bodies, a world where we are not divided," she told the audience.
She told the audience, "Your voice has power and magnitude. Your vote is one of the most valuable tools, and we need you. Your freedom is your God-given right, your human right."
However, many fans were reportedly upset that she didn't perform.
Beyonce joins Taylor Swift who Donald Trump has criticized
Beyonce is not the only prominent singer Donald Trump has criticized leading up to the election. Last month, Taylor Swift announced her support for Kamala Harris on Instagram, sharing her reasons for backing the Vice President.
"I’m voting for @kamalaharris because she fights for the rights and causes I believe need a warrior to champion them," she wrote.
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Trump reacted swiftly to Swift's endorsement by posting on Truth Social. “I HATE TAYLOR SWIFT!” he shared bluntly.
Says the smallest man who ever lived. pic.twitter.com/0CpyGvhsuk
— Liz Cheney (@Liz_Cheney) September 15, 2024
Shortly after, Rep. Liz Cheney reacted to his message, calling out Trump with the words, "Says the smallest man who ever lived."