Ilona Maher, the most-followed female rugby player globally and Olympic bronze medalist, has officially endorsed Kamala Harris for President, emphasizing the importance of female representation in politics. In interviews, Maher highlighted abortion and contraception access as critical issues, expressing concern for those without her financial privilege. She stated, 'I have enough money that if I didn't need an abortion, I could raise a baby myself,' but noted that not all her followers share that option. Maher criticized the gender pay gap in sports, pointing out the disparity in earnings between male and female athletes. Her endorsement comes as Harris, the current vice-president, targets reproductive rights in her campaign against Donald Trump, who has faced backlash for his stances on these issues. Maher’s rise to fame was marked by her engaging social media presence during the Paris Olympics, where she helped secure a bronze medal for the U.S. team.