"The Taylor Swift Conspiracy: Unraveling Right-Wing Attacks"

Right-wing conspiracy theorists are now targeting singer Taylor Swift and her football star boyfriend, Travis Kelce, suggesting that their relationship is part of a coordinated marketing campaign by Democrats to boost Biden's reelection bid. This conspiracy theory has gained traction among conservative figures, who are using it to critique Biden, stay relevant, and animate their followers. The theory has also been linked to historical issues with the NFL, such as Black Lives Matter and Colin Kaepernick, and researchers warn about the reinforcement of such theories by social media algorithms. Despite denials from Pentagon officials, the conspiracy continues to circulate, with some hoping to see Swift in the stands on Super Bowl Sunday.
- How Taylor Swift became the latest target of right-wing conspiracy theorists PBS NewsHour
- Pentagon to MAGA world: You need to calm down over Taylor Swift POLITICO
- Here's why conspiracy theories about Taylor Swift and the Super Bowl are spreading NPR
- Taylor Swift’s Fans React to Right Wing Attacks on Star The New York Times
- Trump Allies Pledge ‘Holy War’ Against Taylor Swift Rolling Stone
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