Kamala Harris-coconut tree connection

The tropical fruit-bearing plant has gained popularity as an unofficial symbol of her presidential campaign support.

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Some people are gravitating towards the intriguing symbol of a coconut tree, and Biden is leading the way by openly backing Harris.

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Google trends data also indicates that there has been a sharp increase in "coconut tree" web searches in recent days.

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The words Harris made during the swearing-in ceremony for leaders in Hispanic educational advancement are where the coconut tree link originates.

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Many people who were online and watching Sunday's political developments probably noted the references to coconut trees and emojis associated with Harris on social media.

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Additionally, the meme has been embraced by Harris' presidential campaign

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the original Biden-Harris HQ account has rebranded as Kamala HQ, with more subdued references to the "coconut tree."

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The number of "coconut tree" Google searches increased earlier this month.

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