Americanswers... on 5 Live! Why was Taylor Swift booed at the Super Bowl?
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Feb 10, 2025
Dive into the drama of the Super Bowl weekend, where Taylor Swift faced unexpected boos and Donald Trump defended Elon Musk. Explore the complex ties between celebrity culture, sports, and politics. Discuss the potential fallout from education budget cuts, scrutinize TikTok's alleged censorship of anti-Trump content, and analyze tariff impacts on domestic industries. The conversation delves into how social media shapes political perceptions and the nuances of decision-making in the current political landscape.
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Taylor Swift Booed
Donald Trump commented on Taylor Swift being booed at the Super Bowl, associating it with MAGA's unforgiving nature.
Anthony Zurcher noted that the booing was likely due to Swift's association with the Chiefs, playing in a stadium full of Eagles fans.
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Trump Cheered
Donald Trump was cheered at the Super Bowl, contrasting with the booing of Taylor Swift.
This highlights Trump's support among football fans and a shift since Swift's endorsement of Kamala Harris.
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Trump Defends Musk
Donald Trump defended Elon Musk's actions, indicating trust and suggesting Musk's involvement in government departments.
This raises questions about Trump's view of Musk's role and potential future collaborations.
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One day on from a big US Super Bowl weekend, what happened with Taylor Swift, and what was her reaction? We also hear Donald Trump defending Elon Musk in his traditional pre-game interview, telling Americans to expect further cuts to the federal government, particularly in education.
Marianna, Anthony and Sarah join Matt Chorley to talk about the potential fallout from those cuts, plus allegations of political censorship at TikTok, tariffs on aluminium, and who is really behind Trump’s policies.
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• Sarah Smith, North America Editor
• Anthony Zurcher, North America Correspondent
• Marianna Spring, Social Media Investigations Correspondent
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