Joe Rogan has publicly endorsed Donald Trump in his bid for the White House, confirming on social media platform X that billionaire Elon Musk had convinced him with the “most compelling case for Trump.” Rogan, known for his massive following and influence, wrote, “For the record, yes, that’s an endorsement of Trump,” and shared a clip of his recent interview with Musk where the two discussed their views on Trump’s controversial reputation and how the media had, in Rogan’s words, “painted Trump as a monster.”
Rogan’s endorsement came shortly after Trump’s guest appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience , where the former president engaged in a three-hour conversation covering topics from the 2020 election to his perceived errors during his first term. During the podcast, Trump echoed unproven claims about the 2020 election being “rigged” but pivoted when asked for concrete evidence. This conversation has since garnered more than 45 million views on YouTube, drawing significant attention as the November election looms.
In the interview, Rogan and Musk reflected on Trump’s career, with both expressing a mix of criticism and admiration. Musk recounted a memorable moment from the White House Correspondents' Dinner, where Trump was openly mocked by then-President Obama. Musk, who attended the dinner, said he could visibly see Trump’s anger, suggesting that the experience only strengthened Trump’s determination to succeed. Rogan chimed in, suggesting that Trump’s resilience and willingness to push back against criticism had only fueled his ambition.
Musk and Rogan discussed the scrutiny Trump has faced, with Rogan arguing that the portrayal of Trump as a “monster” has been exaggerated. He suggested that Trump’s flaws are often highlighted in a way that overlooks his qualities as a fighter, especially when compared to the expectations placed on other political figures. Musk agreed, noting that Trump’s treatment at the Correspondents' Dinner seemed excessive and only served to solidify his commitment to the presidency.
Thank you, Joe: Trump
Earlier, Rogan faced backlash from Trump supporters when he expressed support for then-independent candidate Robert F Kennedy Jr, who eventually withdrew from the race and endorsed Trump. Following Kennedy’s exit, Rogan clarified that he wasn’t officially endorsing Kennedy, yet his comments had already sparked tensions.
Trump has enthusiastically embraced Rogan’s endorsement, acknowledging it during a rally in Pittsburgh on Monday. “Joe Rogan just endorsed me,” Trump announced to a cheering crowd, adding, “He’s not a person that does endorsements, but he did an endorsement.” The former president also praised Rogan, Musk, and political commentator Megyn Kelly, who has similarly voiced support for him.
Despite Rogan’s recent backing, the Trump campaign is acutely aware of the challenges ahead. Trump faces Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris, who has also leveraged celebrity endorsements, with figures like Lebron James, Oprah Winfrey, and Taylor Swift supporting her campaign. Harris had reportedly reached out to Rogan’s team for a potential interview, though only under strict time and location constraints, which ultimately led to a missed opportunity.
Rogan’s endorsement came shortly after Trump’s guest appearance on The Joe Rogan Experience , where the former president engaged in a three-hour conversation covering topics from the 2020 election to his perceived errors during his first term. During the podcast, Trump echoed unproven claims about the 2020 election being “rigged” but pivoted when asked for concrete evidence. This conversation has since garnered more than 45 million views on YouTube, drawing significant attention as the November election looms.
The great and powerful @elonmusk.
— Joe Rogan (@joerogan) November 5, 2024
If it wasn't for him we'd be fucked. He makes what I think is the most compelling case for Trump you'll hear, and I agree with him every step of the way.
For the record, yes, that's an endorsement of Trump.
Enjoy the podcast pic.twitter.com/LdBxZFVsLN
In the interview, Rogan and Musk reflected on Trump’s career, with both expressing a mix of criticism and admiration. Musk recounted a memorable moment from the White House Correspondents' Dinner, where Trump was openly mocked by then-President Obama. Musk, who attended the dinner, said he could visibly see Trump’s anger, suggesting that the experience only strengthened Trump’s determination to succeed. Rogan chimed in, suggesting that Trump’s resilience and willingness to push back against criticism had only fueled his ambition.
Musk and Rogan discussed the scrutiny Trump has faced, with Rogan arguing that the portrayal of Trump as a “monster” has been exaggerated. He suggested that Trump’s flaws are often highlighted in a way that overlooks his qualities as a fighter, especially when compared to the expectations placed on other political figures. Musk agreed, noting that Trump’s treatment at the Correspondents' Dinner seemed excessive and only served to solidify his commitment to the presidency.
Thank you, Joe: Trump
Earlier, Rogan faced backlash from Trump supporters when he expressed support for then-independent candidate Robert F Kennedy Jr, who eventually withdrew from the race and endorsed Trump. Following Kennedy’s exit, Rogan clarified that he wasn’t officially endorsing Kennedy, yet his comments had already sparked tensions.
Trump has enthusiastically embraced Rogan’s endorsement, acknowledging it during a rally in Pittsburgh on Monday. “Joe Rogan just endorsed me,” Trump announced to a cheering crowd, adding, “He’s not a person that does endorsements, but he did an endorsement.” The former president also praised Rogan, Musk, and political commentator Megyn Kelly, who has similarly voiced support for him.
Thank you for your endorsement, Joe Rogan—A great honor! pic.twitter.com/0XQUtMgn9b
— Donald J. Trump (@realDonaldTrump) November 5, 2024
Despite Rogan’s recent backing, the Trump campaign is acutely aware of the challenges ahead. Trump faces Democratic Vice President Kamala Harris, who has also leveraged celebrity endorsements, with figures like Lebron James, Oprah Winfrey, and Taylor Swift supporting her campaign. Harris had reportedly reached out to Rogan’s team for a potential interview, though only under strict time and location constraints, which ultimately led to a missed opportunity.
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