Sydney Sweeney began trending on social media after BuzzFeed reported that she has been registered as a Republican in Florida since 2024. The revelation, based on publicly available voter registration records, has ignited widespread discussion, especially amid her recent controversies surrounding advertising campaigns.
Sweeney, known for her roles in Euphoria and The White Lotus, purchased a $13.5 million oceanfront mansion in Florida in June 2025, which may have prompted the registration update. The news has drawn mixed reactions, with some fans expressing surprise given her past support for LGBTQ+ rights, trans rights, Black Lives Matter, and pro-choice stances.
The report quickly gained traction on platforms like X and Instagram, with posts amassing thousands of likes and comments. One X user noted, “Sydney Sweeney has supported LGBTQ+ rights, trans rights, Black Lives Matter, and is Pro-Choice. Does that sound like someone who’s a Trump supporter?” Others defended her privacy, while some linked it to her recent American Eagle ad backlash, where critics accused the campaign of eugenics implications.
Sydney Sweeney is trending after BuzzFeed reported she has been registered as a Republican in Florida since 2024. pic.twitter.com/hvXgqUhJ3I
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This comes weeks after Sweeney’s HEYDUDE and American Eagle ads stirred cultural debates, with conservatives praising them as “anti-woke” and progressives criticising perceived racial undertones. The voter registration news has amplified scrutiny on her public image, blending her celebrity status with political affiliations.
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Sweeney’s registration as a Republican has fueled speculation about her political leanings, though she has not publicly commented. Florida’s voter records are public, allowing such disclosures, but the timing amid her ad controversies has intensified the online discourse. Fans and critics alike are debating whether this aligns with her advocated causes, highlighting the challenges celebrities face when personal details intersect with public perception.