Did you know? Far-right groups have attempted to defame the NFL, Taylor Swift, and left-wing groups by circulating baseless conspiracy theories. These claims, which lack any substantial evidence, claim that Taylor Swift is part of several government psyops orchestrated by the NFL to secure Joe Biden’s victory in the 2024 election.

The conspiracy theories started gaining traction during the 2024 Super Bowl, through several right-wing media platforms such as The Benny Show amplifying these baseless accusations. Supporters of this theory argue–without evidence–that Taylor Swift’s appearances at NFL games and her relationship with Travis Kelce, the Kansas City Chiefs’ start tight end, are part of a larger political scheme.

Despite the wild and irrational nature of these allegations, they have spread across some far-right circles, echoing these baseless claims with the aim to discredit high-profile public figures. In reality, the only connection between Swift and the NFL is through her fiancé, Travis Kelce, who is one of the league’s top players.

This latest wave of misinformation is part of a broader trend where extremists attempt to weaponize pop culture for political purposes. However, mainstream audiences and experts have dismissed these claims as politically motivated deceptions with no substantial evidence.

As misinformation continues to spread in our media, it is crucial to fact-check and to think twice about what you hear and read. Taylor Swift’s influence in music and pop culture is undeniable, but claims that she’s part of a government psyop backed by the NFL is no more real than the monster hiding in little Timmy’s closet.