Screenshots Share on Instagram The post exposes insulting tweets posted by 2024 Democratic candidate and Vice President Kamala Harris about Barron Trump's friend and video producer, Beau Loudon.
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This claim is false. An advanced search of Harris' verified X account does not reveal the alleged Tweets, and there is no other evidence that Harris ever made this statement.
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Loudon is reportedly helping 2024 Republican candidate and former President Donald Trump win over Gen Z voters. IndependentThe outlet reported that Loudon and Trump's youngest son, Barron Trump, “are identifying influencers and content creators who could help Trump garner support among younger voters.”
The screenshot, which has more than 200 likes at the time of writing, shows Harris posting a tweet insulting Loudon: “Wow. Barron Trump is ignorant. [sic] “My 17 year old MAGA Republican friend @BoLoudon is disgusting. He's wearing a shirt that says 'Biden Loves Minors' mocking BLM. Pure racism! I want to ban him. Unfollow him!” the tweet purportedly posted by Harris said.
This claim is false. Advanced Search Harris' verified X account did not generate the purported Tweets. Similarly, the statement was made by Harris' verified X account. Campaign websiteher confirmation Facebook and Instagram Account, or her verified Government X Account.
In addition, Check Your Fact There is no reliable news coverage It suggests that Harris made such a statement. In fact, the opposite is true. PolitiFact It reported that the allegations were false.
Loudon further commented on the allegations: Verified Social Media AccountFormer President Donald Trump Not yet Dealt with The argument is similar. (Related: No, X's post criticizing Elon Musk isn't from Donald Trump)
A similar claim was circulated on Instagram on July 28th. USA Today“I am outraged by @BoLoudon's sexist calls to prosecute our first female DEI Secret Service Director. Bo is a racist 17 year old. The issue is BLACK LIVES MATTER, not 'Biden loves minors!' Don't follow him!” The repeated message is also said to refer to Harris' tweets. According to the outlet, a spokesperson for Harris' campaign denied the validity of the claims, suggesting the tweets were “clearly untrue.”
Check Your Fact has reached out to a spokesperson for Harris for comment.
