What rules do influencers face with political campaigns? [Video]

CHARLOTTE, N.C. — We have seen several celebrities come out and endorse either Kamala Harris or Donald Trump for the 2024 presidential race. But there are more growing trends on social media. In fact, some influencers claim they are getting asked to endorse candidates for big bucks.

So are there rules against paying influencers to show support for a candidate?

YouTube star Tana Mongeau has 8.4 million followers on TikTok and has a podcast called “Cancelled”. In a recent episode, she claims she was offered money to endorse a candidate. 

“I hypothetically was just offered a lot of money to endorse a political party. Like millions and then I was allegedly told an alleged list of other influencers that have already hypothetically accepted money to those hypothetically things.” Mongeau said.

So what are the rules when it comes to campaigns and …