Taylor Swift and Biden_ Unraveling the Conspiracy Theory—Exclusive Report

Joe Biden joked about that Taylor Swift conspiracy theory. Here's why a fifth of Americans believe it.
Charles Trepany

Is Taylor Swift a covert political asset intended to sway the outcome of the 2024 presidential election? Of course not. So why do a large swath of Americans think she is?

According to a survey released Feb. 14 by Monmouth University, nearly one fifth of Americans believe a conspiracy theory that the singer-songwriter is part of a plot to boost President Joe Biden as he seeks another term in office. The survey found 18% of Americans “think that a covert government effort for Taylor Swift to help Joe Biden win the presidential election actually exists,” according to the university