- Nigerian-born UFC fighter Kamaru Usman publicly endorsed former President Donald Trump for the 2024 U.S. presidential election
- In a tweet, Usman explained his decision to support Trump, citing his changing perspective on politics after growing up as a Democrat
- In response to Usman’s endorsement, Donald Trump expressed appreciation, calling it an “honour” from a “great fighter”
Legit.ng journalist Esther Odili has over two years of experience covering political parties and movements.
Nigerian-born UFC fighter Kamaru Usman has endorsed the Republican Party’s candidate for the United States presidential election 2024, former President Donald Trump.
Photo credit: Kamala Harris, @USMAN84kg
Source: Facebook
Kamaru Usman gives reason for backing Trump
The influential mixed-martial artist Usman dumped his roots, the Democrats nominated Vice President Kamala Harris and declared his support for Trump in a post accompanied by a photo, on his X page on Tuesday, November 5.
Usman, a former Democratic supporter, is a prominent UFC fighter with a significant social media following, making his endorsement a notable development in the intersection of sports and politics.
Kamaru Usman tweeted:
“Growing up Democrat and starting to understand the state of politics over the last few decades I know how I want to live and how I want to raise my family @realDonaldTrump.”
Donald trump reacts
In a swift reaction, Donald Trump tweeted:
“A great honor, from a great fighter. Thank you!
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Legit.ng earlier reported that less than two weeks out to the US election 2024, a final national Siena College poll showed Trump and Harris are locked in a dead heat.
The presidential rival candidates are now deadlocked — 48% to 48% — for the popular vote, according to the Siena/New York Times survey published on Friday, October 25.
All eyes seem glued on the US presidential race as Trump attempts to eke out a victory over Harris.
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