Jonathan Van Ness Criticizes PAC Ad Featuring Him

Jonathan Van Ness, the non-binary star of Queer Eye, expressed their shock and disapproval after appearing in a Trump campaign ad that attacks Vice President Kamala Harris and 'they/them' pronouns, describing the experience as 'surreal.' The ad features Van Ness alongside Harris and drag queen Pattie Gonia, promoting a narrative that vilifies immigrants and queer individuals. Van Ness, who has been a vocal supporter of Harris, emphasized the importance of voting against what they called 'white nationalist Christian politicians' and urged followers to choose hope over fear. They articulated concerns about moving backward in societal progress and the dangers of authoritarianism, calling Trump an 'authoritarian dictator.' Van Ness also mentioned the unsettling nature of their unexpected inclusion in the ad, reinforcing their commitment to supporting Harris in the upcoming election.