Taylor Swift targeted by Trump supporters with flying banner during Miami leg of the Eras Tour

Pop icon Taylor Swift, who was set to perform in Miami’s Hard Rock Stadium on Sunday night as part of her highly anticipated Eras Tour, became the unexpected target of a political stunt orchestrated by supporters of Donald Trump. Concertgoers were caught off guard when a small aircraft flew overhead, towing a banner that read: “Trump 2024 – Ready For It, Cat Lady? MAGA!”

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The banner’s message made a clear reference to Swift’s 2017 hit song “…Ready For It?” while incorporating the derogatory term “cat lady,” a slur famously used by Trump’s running mate JD Vance in an attack against women without children, including Vice President Kamala Harris. Swift, a proud owner of three cats, had previously responded to Vance’s comments with her own endorsement of Harris, sarcastically signing off on social media as “Childless Cat Lady.”

While the origin of the airborne message remains unclear, its closing reference to the “MAGA” slogan—associated with Trump’s “Make America Great Again” campaign—left little doubt about its political intent. Video footage of the plane and its banner quickly circulated on social media, especially among Trump supporters. One post shared by a user named Tony, an “America First” advocate and Trump enthusiast, went viral on X (formerly Twitter).

This stunt comes amid rising tensions as Swift has been more vocal about her political views in recent years. Though she had remained relatively apolitical for much of her career, Swift has emerged as an outspoken advocate for progressive causes, endorsing Democratic candidates, supporting LGBTQ+ rights, and denouncing white supremacy.

Fans attending Swift’s Miami show expressed shock and disappointment at the political intrusion on what was meant to be a night celebrating her music. Many took to social media to criticize the display, calling it an inappropriate attempt to hijack an entertainment event for political purposes.

Despite the attempt to overshadow her concert, Swift continued with her performance undeterred, maintaining her focus on delivering an unforgettable show to her legions of devoted fans. Her Eras Tour has been hailed as one of the most successful in music history, both commercially and critically, with Swift continuing to set new milestones.

As the political landscape grows more contentious ahead of the 2024 election, Swift’s public involvement in the conversation only appears to fuel both admiration and ire from different corners of the political spectrum.