Global Politics Report Editorial
Political Campaigns Are Quietly Paying Influencers to Support Candidates
Their videos have proliferated on social media, but the payments are frequently hidden from viewers.
Key Data
Source: The New York Times
Politics desk: Election
Published: Aug. 29, 2026 at 12:45 PM ET
Why It Matters
This development may affect voter attention, campaign strategy or party positioning.
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Original source: The New York Times