After the popular streamer Adin Ross hosted a livestream with former President Donald Trump’s campaign, a wave of social media users began urging another famous streamer, Kai Cenat, to consider doing something similar with Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaign. The idea quickly gained traction, with fans and followers eagerly speculating whether Cenat would step into the political spotlight as Ross did.
On a recent Tuesday, Kai Cenat addressed these rumors during a livestream, confirming that he had indeed been approached by representatives from Vice President Kamala Harris’s campaign and even the Secret Service. The topic of discussion? A potential collaboration with the Vice President on his platform. Despite the buzz around this high-profile outreach, Cenat was candid about his lack of interest in getting involved in politics.
In a clip that quickly went viral across social media platforms, Cenat expressed his frustration and confusion over the situation.
“I’ve got the f**king Secret Service calling me five times, n***a! I don’t know goddamn s**t about politics, I don’t know nothing,”
Cenat exclaimed, making it clear that he had no intention of diving into the political arena. His raw and unfiltered reaction sparked a wave of discussion online, with many praising his honesty, while others questioned whether he might be missing an opportunity to make a significant impact.
Streamer Kai Cenat says he’s been getting calls from Kamala Harris’s campaign and the Secret Service to set up a livestream with Kamala but he wants nothing to do with them. Kamala is getting rejected by everyone.
The incident highlights an emerging trend in modern political campaigns: the attempt to connect with younger voters through popular online platforms and influencers. Trump’s appearance on Adin Ross’s livestream, for example, was a major success, drawing huge attention across both mainstream media and social media. During the livestream, Ross even gifted the former President a Cybertruck wrapped with a photo of Trump, creating a moment that was both bizarre and memorable. This collaboration not only resonated with Ross’s audience but also extended Trump’s reach to a demographic that might not typically engage with traditional political events.
It seems the Harris campaign took note of Trump’s successful appearance with Ross and saw an opportunity to replicate that success with Cenat. However, Cenat’s response indicates a reluctance to engage in political discourse, at least in a formal capacity. This response also raises questions about the effectiveness of such strategies in reaching younger voters. While online platforms are powerful tools for engagement, they require a delicate balance between authenticity and messaging—a balance that can be tricky to achieve, especially when influencers like Cenat openly express their disinterest.
The Harris campaign, for its part, has not confirmed whether they officially requested to appear on Kai Cenat’s livestream or collaborate with him in any capacity. Cenat, who is just 22 years old, shared more about his experience during his rant. At one point, he even knocked over his camera in frustration as he banged his fist on the desk, venting about the unexpected attention from the presidential campaign.
Adding a personal twist to the story, Cenat revealed,
“I had a woman I’ve been pursuing for the last two years, who I haven’t spoken to in a year,”
he said, detailing how the campaign outreach added a layer of complexity to his life. “Out of nowhere, she texts me saying, ‘we need you to be part of the campaign.’ Initially, I thought she meant a video game campaign, like Modern Warfare, or maybe a clothing brand. I asked, ‘what campaign?’ expecting a straightforward answer,” he recounted, before pausing and adding, “but let’s not get into the details.”
Cenat’s reluctance to engage with politics didn’t stop him from reflecting on the situation. “If I were ever to stream about politics, I’d be completely honest. I’d sit on my stream and ask, ‘why did you guys call me?’ I have no background in politics, yet these blogs keep insisting, ‘Kai, you have to do this,’ and it’s all the top blogs.”
The situation with Kai Cenat illustrates the complexities of modern influencer culture, especially when it intersects with politics. While political campaigns are eager to tap into the massive followings of popular online personalities, the influencers themselves may not always be willing—or even equipped—to navigate the political landscape. Cenat’s candid response serves as a reminder that while the internet offers new avenues for political engagement, it also demands authenticity and respect for the individual voices that make these platforms so influential in the first place.
