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Published 16:43 IST, November 5th 2024

Michael Jordan Slam Dunks Trump! Issues Agitated Response After Fake Endorsement Tweet Goes Viral

After rumours said that Michael Jordan was supporting Donald Trump, he had to correct the record. The claims have been refuted by his representatives.

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With the US Presidential Elections heating up, a lot of attention has been on the sports realm as the fans are taking note of whom their preferred stars have been backing up. Several high-profile entities have been backing the nominees, Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. The World's eyes are on both of them and who will be taking charge as the next President of the United States. Trump, has found some notable allies for himself from the realm of sports. Recently, rumours were rife over NBA legend Michael Jordan, who seemingly backed up Trump in his bid as the next POTUS against Vice President Kamala Harris. As several athletes continued to voice their support for their preferred nominees, it turned out that His Airness never backed up Trump.

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Michael Jordan Steers Clear Of Presidential Election Saga After Fake Endorsement Tweet For Donald Trump Goes Viral

Six-time NBA Champion Michael Jordan had to set the record straight after it was speculated that he was backing up Donald Trump to become the next President of the United States. Several Sporting entities have been backing their preferred nominees, and MJ's possible backing could help influence Trump's bid. But it turns out that the notion was incorrect, as His Airness' representatives have hit back on the claims, confirming that MJ hasn't endorsed any candidate.

"There is absolutely no truth to the claim that Michael Jordan has made an endorsement in the presidential election," Michael Jordan's representatives said as per The Independent.

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Michael Jordan watches from the pits during a NASCAR Cup Series auto race at Homestead-Miami Speedway in Homestead, Fla. | Image: AP Photo
 

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The revelation came to light after LeBron James offered his support for Kamala Harris to become the next POTUS after Joe Biden . He put up a post on social media post on Instagram, and the 39-year-old Lakers star emphasised the significance of the decision he makes for his family.

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"What are we even talking about here?? When I think about my kids and my family and how they will grow up, the choice is clear to me. VOTE KAMALA HARRIS!!!" LeBron captioned the post.

But unlike LeBron, Michael Jordan has remained private over his political allegiances as he tends to stay away from it. His choices have been private, as His Airness steers clear of any such controversy regarding their choices.  

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16:43 IST, November 5th 2024