Arnold Schwarzenegger Breaks Silence with Kamala Harris Endorsement, Slams Trump as 'Un-American'

In a social media post, Schwarzenegger emphasized patriotism over partisanship, stating, “I will always be an American before I am a Republican.” He confirmed he would cast his vote for Harris and Minnesota Governor Tim Walz in the upcoming election.

This endorsement marks only the second time Schwarzenegger has officially backed a presidential candidate, following his 2016 endorsement of John Kasich during the Republican primaries. Although he admitted, “I don’t really do endorsements,” Schwarzenegger acknowledged that people care about his views due to his unique position as a celebrity and former governor.

Schwarzenegger has long been critical of Donald Trump. Referring to the former president’s rhetoric, Schwarzenegger stated, “Rejecting the results of an election is as un-American as it gets.” His frustration with Trump dates back to at least 2018, when he expressed concerns in an interview with POLITICO. He criticized Trump’s behavior, saying, “Calling America a trash can for the world is so unpatriotic, it makes me furious.”

The former governor further distanced himself from partisan politics, noting, “I don’t like either party right now.” However, Schwarzenegger emphasized that Harris offers leadership he believes can unite Americans. “Trump will divide, insult, and fuel anger,” he wrote. “That’s enough reason for me to share my vote with all of you.”

As a governor, Schwarzenegger prioritized climate policies, spearheading efforts like the Global Warming Solutions Act and founding the Schwarzenegger Climate Initiative. Reflecting on his time in office, he said, “I learned to love policy and ignore politics.” He stressed the importance of bipartisan collaboration, saying, “Real change comes from working with the other side, not insulting them for short-term wins.”

While Schwarzenegger expressed dissatisfaction with the state of American politics, he remained optimistic about leadership that puts policy first. “In 2023, I said we need new blood, and I still believe that. We need a new breed of leaders.”

Though he admitted he isn't enthusiastic about endorsing candidates, Schwarzenegger concluded that Harris is the only candidate he trusts to protect democracy.