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By Nina Cook •
Updated: 09 Nov 2024 • 22:41 • 1 minute read
Following Donald Trump’s victory in the recent 2024 U.S. presidential election, Joe Germanotta, father of pop superstar Lady Gaga, has publicly voiced his support for the re-elected president, a stance that contrasts sharply with his daughter’s political views.
Germanotta’s endorsement of Trump highlights the political divide within the family, as Lady Gaga has long been a vocal supporter of Democratic candidates and progressive causes.
Political differences within the family
Ahead of the election, Germanotta described Trump as pure and a patriot, expressing a preference for his policies over those of Kamala Harris. Reflecting on the economic impact of previous years, he mentioned that his restaurant faced challenges he attributed to pandemic restrictions under the Biden-Harris administration. Germanotta expressed frustration with what he saw as ineffective policies that affected his business, stating that, under Trump’s leadership, he anticipates economic improvements.
Lady Gaga, born Stefani Germanotta, has consistently championed liberal causes and Democratic candidates. She actively endorsed Joe Biden in the 2020 election and performed at his inauguration in 2021. Although she remained publicly silent on her candidate of choice in 2024, her past actions and recent social media interactions, such as liking an endorsement post for Kamala Harris, signal her continued alignment with the Democratic Party.
Keep family ties stronger than political alliances
This isn’t the first instance of political divergence within the Germanotta family. During the 2020 election, Germanotta also voiced support for Trump, even after the former president criticised Lady Gaga’s involvement in Biden’s campaign. Despite their political differences, Germanotta has repeatedly expressed pride in his daughter’s success and dedication to her causes, underscoring a respectful family dynamic amidst contrasting political beliefs.
The Germanotta family’s situation reflects a broader reality, where diverse political perspectives coexist within families. As Trump prepares for his second term, this family, like many others, navigates the complexities of political allegiance, and highlights the importance of balancing personal convictions with familial love and respect.
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Nina Cook is a writer, editor, and literary translator, born in England and raised in New Zealand. In 2015 she fell under the spell of coastal Almería, where she continues to cultivate her love for language and literature. Follow her on X: @esoledit
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