Trump Threatens Prosecution of Harris, Beyoncé, Oprah Over Endorsement Payments

President Donald Trump has publicly accused Kamala Harris's 2024 presidential campaign of illegally paying celebrities including Beyoncé, Oprah Winfrey, and Al Sharpton for endorsements, demanding prosecution for what he claims are violations of campaign finance laws. Trump alleged that Beyoncé received $11 million, Oprah $3 million, and Sharpton $600,000, describing these payments as disguised expenses and illegal endorsements. The Harris campaign and representatives for the celebrities have denied these claims, noting that Beyoncé's production company was paid $165,000 for event production, and denying any payment for endorsements. Fact-checking organizations and campaign staff have found no evidence supporting the allegation that payments were made specifically for endorsements, and federal law does not prohibit payments related to campaign event production. Trump also criticized television networks for allegedly covering up these payments, calling for their licenses to be revoked. These accusations come amid ongoing legal battles and political tensions following the 2024 election.