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Why Is Kanye West Auditioning For ‘American Idol’? [VIDEO]

Kaitlan Collins Contributor
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Kanye West wants to be president, and apparently he wants to win “American Idol” too.

After the 38-year-old rapper made an appearance at a fundraiser for the Democratic National Committee in San Francisco Saturday, he auditioned for the final season of “American Idol.” (VIDEO: Kanye West: ‘I’m Running For President In 2020)

Though the audition is likely a joke, a rep said West’s audition was “a complete surprise” to the judges. (RELATED: ‘American Idol’ Ending After 15 Seasons)

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