Joe Rogan has publicly broken with President Trump on several major policy issues

 

As of January 2026, Joe Rogan has publicly broken with President Trump on several major policy issues, leading to widespread reports that he has "turned" against the administration. While Rogan endorsed Trump in late 2024, he has become one of the administration's most vocal critics regarding its second-term actions.

 

The primary reasons for Rogan's shift include:

• Immigration Tactics: Rogan has harshly condemned recent ICE raids, comparing them to the actions of the "Gestapo". He specifically criticized the "horrific" fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent in Minneapolis, stating that "nobody would have signed up" for Trump if they knew this level of force would be used.
• Foreign Policy & War: Rogan expressed frustration with Trump's handling of foreign conflicts, stating that the MAGA base is "fracturing" because many voted for "no war," yet the administration is currently involved in escalating military actions.
• The "Epstein Files": Rogan has accused the administration of "gaslighting" supporters by failing to release full records related to Jeffrey Epstein, calling the lack of transparency a "line in the sand".
• Domestic Policies: He has criticized other specific actions, including:
• Tariffs: Calling Trump’s trade feud with Canada "stupid".
• Deportation of Students: Ripping the administration for "f—ing crazy" crackdowns on foreign students who expressed political opinions.
• 2020 Election Claims: Publicly interjecting that he does not believe Trump has "any evidence" for his signature claims about a stolen 2020 election.

 

Rogan’s criticisms are seen as a significant turning point because his 2024 endorsement was credited with helping Trump secure the young male vote. Commentators now describe him as "America's most famous swing voter," noting that his current stance reflects a broader disillusionment among some of Trump's original "manosphere" backers.