Clay Aiken has the support of one celeb when it comes to his run for Congress: his American Idol pal Ruben Studdard! Studdard, who beat Aiken on the second season of Idol, has released a radio message defending Aiken against recent political attacks from his opponents. Ruben says in the spot, “I’m proud to call him my friend, but you’ll be proud to call him your congressman. Now one of his opponents is attacking him for not showing up for some meetings. Truth is, Clay’s dedicated his life to helping people with disabilities.” Aiken’s voice then takes over, “I’m running for Congress because I believe that public service should be about helping others. We need more people in Congress who believe that too.”
