“I don’t even know how to get on Instagram.” – That’s the 94-year-old billionaire Warren Buffett, slamming down rumors of any political endorsement in the 2024 presidential race. After a fake endorsement surfaced on Instagram, Buffett swiftly made it clear: he’s staying neutral this election. The Sage of Omaha isn’t backing Kamala Harris or Donald Trump, a huge departure from his past endorsements of Hillary Clinton and Barack Obama.
In a memo released by Berkshire Hathaway, Buffett’s firm warned of the dangers of AI deepfakes being used to manipulate his image. “Anything they see with my image or voice, it just ain’t me,” Buffett told CNBC, as he raised concerns about AI’s growing role in spreading misinformation.
This comes just as Bill Gates and Jamie Dimon are reportedly funneling millions into backing Harris, while Elon Musk throws his weight behind Trump, donating at least $75 million to support his campaign. But Buffett’s refusal to pick sides in 2024 marks a stunning pivot, especially as billionaire endorsements pile up behind the scenes. Amid growing concerns over AI and deepfakes, the business titan’s decision speaks volumes in this unpredictable election season. No endorsement, no interference—just Buffett being Buffett.
