Political Text Blitz: Harris and Trump Flood Phones as Election Nears

Campaigns use text messaging to reach voters, raising concerns over privacy and legitimacy.

Both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are heavily using text messages to engage potential voters and donors, bypassing traditional advertising rules.
The volume of messages is overwhelming for many, with some voters finding them intrusive and others indifferent, treating them as background noise.
Campaign texts often create a sense of urgency with personalized messages and exclusive offers, sometimes mimicking personal interactions.
Fraudulent texts have emerged alongside legitimate ones, causing confusion and raising concerns about voter intimidation and data privacy.
Despite the deluge, some supporters embrace the texts as part of modern political engagement, contributing to significant fundraising efforts.