US election: Surprise as Nigerian-American boxer dumps Harris, backs Trump, gives reason

• Nigerian-born UFC fighter Kamaru Usman publicly endorsed former President Donald Trump for the 2024 U.S. presidential election
• Usman explained his decision to support Trump, in a tweet, shared on Tuesday morning that has gotten many talking
• In response to Usman’s endorsement, Donald Trump expressed appreciation, calling it an "honour" from a "great fighter"

Legit.ng journalist Esther Odili has over two years of experience covering political parties and movements.

Nigerian-born UFC fighter Kamaru Usman has endorsed the Republican Party's candidate for the United States presidential election 2024, former President Donald Trump.

Kamaru Usman dumps Harris, endorses Trump. Photo credit: Kamala Harris, @USMAN84kg
Source: Facebook

Kamaru Usman gives reason for backing Trump

The influential mixed-martial artist Usman dumped his roots, the Democrats nominated Vice President Kamala Harris and declared his support for Trump in a post accompanied by a photo, on his X page on Tuesday, November 5.

Usman, a former Democratic supporter, cited his changing perspective on politics after growing up as a Democrat as his major reason for supporting Trump.

Kamaru Usman tweeted:

"Growing up Democrat and starting to understand the state of politics over the last few decades I know how I want to live and how I want to raise my family ⁦@realDonaldTrump."

Donald trump reacts

In a swift reaction, Donald Trump tweeted:

"A great honor, from a great fighter. Thank you!

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US election: Final poll shows how candidates are fairing

Legit.ng earlier reported that less than two weeks out to the US election 2024, a final national Siena College poll showed Trump and Harris are locked in a dead heat.

The presidential rival candidates are now deadlocked — 48% to 48% — for the popular vote, according to the Siena/New York Times survey published on Friday, October 25.

All eyes seem glued on the US presidential race as Trump attempts to eke out a victory over Harris.

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