False Claims about Kamala Harris' Debate Earrings

Following the recent presidential debate, false claims emerged on social media suggesting that Vice President Kamala Harris wore hidden audio earpieces disguised as pearl earrings. Prominent right-wing figures, including Laura Loomer, amplified these theories, asserting that her earrings resembled the Nova H1 Audio Earrings, a product that has not been successfully released to consumers. However, investigations revealed that Harris's earrings are likely Tiffany & Co. South Sea Pearl Earrings, which she has worn at previous events. Experts criticized the feasibility of earpieces embedded in earrings, noting that the design and functionality would be inadequate for such use. The spread of these conspiracy theories reflects a long-standing trend where candidates are accused of using earpieces during debates. Social media engagement for these claims was notably high, with some posts garnering millions of views.