Joe Rogan Shares Support for RFK Jr. but Questions His Election Chances

Podcaster Joe Rogan has retracted what many interpreted as an endorsement of independent presidential candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. During a recent episode of "The Joe Rogan Experience," Rogan expressed that Kennedy's political inexperience might make him more trustworthy than other politicians, stating, “They gaslight you, they manipulate you,” and labeling Kennedy as the only candidate not engaging in such tactics. Despite his praise, Rogan expressed skepticism about Kennedy's chances in the general election. The reaction to Rogan's comments has been mixed, particularly among right-wing circles. Notably, prominent MAGA supporter "Catturd" criticized Rogan for his perceived political naivety, expressing disdain for his remarks about Kennedy. Rogan, however, clarified that he appreciates Kennedy's civil and intelligent discourse, even as he acknowledged his past support for Donald Trump. In a surprising turn, Trump himself responded negatively to Rogan's comments on Truth Social, indicating a rift between the former president and the podcaster. This sentiment was echoed by Tim Pool, another right-wing podcaster, who faced backlash after suggesting he would vote for Kennedy, later dismissing his comments as a joke. The political landscape among Trump supporters appears to be shifting, with figures like Nick Fuentes and Kyle Rittenhouse publicly distancing themselves from Trump due to concerns over his advisers and campaign direction. Fuentes declared a “Groyper war” against Trump, while Rittenhouse criticized the former president's stance on the Second Amendment, highlighting growing discontent within the MAGA base.