Claims have emerged that a lobbyist offered cash incentives to boost attendance at a recent JD Vance Iowa rally, with screenshots circulating widely online. The allegations centre on a text message promising $100 (£74.06) per person and additional referral bonuses, raising questions about event turnout tactics ahead of the 2026 midterms.
The message, sent on 5 May, invited recipients to a Des Moines event featuring the vice president, according to Iowa Starting Line. It has sparked viral discussion on social media, where users have highlighted the irony given past Republican criticisms of 'paid protesters' at Democratic gatherings.
