Viral Video Of Couches "Backing" Kamala Harris Sparks Controversy

In addition to the slew of firsts seen in this election, a video of couches "backing" Kamala has gone viral. The clip features couches adorned with cats, participating in a whimsical "march," and holding signs that read: "Couches for Kamala," "please save us," and "JD groped me." This bizarre video references unsubstantiated claims making rounds online, alleging that the Republican Party's Vice President nominee, J.D. Vance, had intimate relations with a couch.

The source of this rumor can be traced back to a troll post that misinterpreted content from Vance's memoir, Hillbilly Elegy. In an attempt to clarify, Newsweek reached out to Vance's campaign team via email for further comments. On the day Donald Trump announced Vance as his running mate, an X user, @rickrudescalves, sparked the controversy by suggesting that Vance might be the first vice presidential pick to admit to an unusual act involving a latex glove and couch cushions, as mentioned in his book.

However, this statement has been widely debunked, with pages 179 to 181 of Hillbilly Elegy actually detailing Vance's experiences at Ohio State University, as reported by Vox. The internet's unsubstantiated nature did not hinder the viral spread of the claim, leading to a flurry of videos, memes, and posts about the topic.

Currently, Vance is facing backlash over past comments where he branded Democrats as "childless cat ladies" during an appearance on Fox News' Tucker Carlson Tonight in July 2021. He argued that the United States was being led by individuals who lacked a "direct stake" in the nation's future. In response to the criticism, Vance's sister defended him in a statement given to CNN, emphasizing that he was raised by strong women and married to an equally strong partner.

In her words: "JD is a testament to the women in his life, and the attacks from the media and Democrats that assume anything otherwise is vile." As the controversy unfolds, Kamala Harris has also made headlines for different reasons. She has embraced a "brat" persona, which gained traction on social media following British pop star Charli XCX's endorsement of her campaign.

Charli XCX, who boasts 3.6 million followers on X (formerly Twitter), referenced her album Brat in a post stating, "Kamala IS brat." This notion of a "brat summer" has become popular online, symbolizing a rejection of "clean girl" culture while embracing hedonism and fun. In an interview, Charli described the essentials of a brat summer, which includes items like a "pack of cigs, a Bic lighter, and a strappy white top with no bra."

Content creators have taken to editing some of Harris' most memorable quotes, pairing them with Charli XCX's music. For instance, they've transformed lyrics from Charli's song "360," changing "I'm everywhere, I'm so Julia" to "I'm so Kamala." As the political landscape shifts, the intertwining of pop culture and politics continues to captivate audiences, showcasing the unique ways in which individuals engage with current events.