Oprah Winfrey Responds to Allegations of Charging $1 Million for Kamala Harris Campaign Endorsement

Recent reports have surfaced claiming that Oprah Winfrey charged the Harris/Waltz campaign a staggering $1 million for an endorsement. The news quickly stirred up debate, with some questioning the ethics of such a hefty fee for political support. However, when reporters caught up with the media mogul to inquire about these claims, Oprah was quick to set the record straight.

In an official statement, Winfrey addressed the rumors, firmly denying the allegations. “This information is not true,” she said, categorically refuting the reports. The allegations first gained traction after anonymous sources within political circles suggested that Oprah’s endorsement came with a hefty price tag. The claims were picked up by several outlets, causing a flurry of speculation about the relationship between celebrity endorsements and the price of political influence.

However, records from the Federal Election Commission (FEC) reveal two payments of $500,000 each from the Harris campaign to Oprah Winfrey. These payments have raised questions, especially in light of Oprah’s previous denial of charging for political endorsements. The FEC filings suggest a financial transaction that contrasts with her public statements, prompting further scrutiny into the nature of her involvement with the campaign. As the story develops, it remains to be seen how this new information will impact the ongoing debate about celebrity influence in politics.