"The smallest man who ever lived" : Will Taylor Swift pick a side in the US election?

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US President Joe Biden has fuelled speculation he’s seeking Taylor Swift’s endorsement in America’s presidential election by quoting lyrics from the singer’s new album in an e-mail blast sent to Democratic Party supporters.

It’s the latest indication that Democrats hope the singer might openly back the President’s re-election campaign and mobilize ''Swifties'' across America to turn against his Republican rival, Donald Trump.

Hot 1027’s Simon Marks reports from Washington...

29 Apr English South Africa Entertainment News · Documentary

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