Nick Cannon Defends Trump, Calls Democrats 'Party of the KKK'

The TV host and entertainer voiced his support for the former president and criticized the Democratic Party.

Mar. 30, 2026 at 8:25pm

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In a recent podcast episode, actor and TV personality Nick Cannon expressed his support for former President Donald Trump, defending him against accusations of racism. Cannon also claimed that the Democratic Party is the "party of the KKK," while stating that the Republican Party is the party that freed the slaves. Cannon's controversial comments come after he faced backlash in 2020 for making anti-Semitic remarks.

Why it matters

Cannon's remarks highlight the ongoing political divisions in the United States, with high-profile figures taking strong stances on partisan issues. His defense of Trump and criticism of the Democratic Party could further inflame tensions and contribute to the polarization of the political landscape.

The details

During the podcast episode, Cannon spoke with model Amber Rose, who had previously spoken at the Republican National Convention. Cannon agreed with Rose's assertion that "Democrats don't care about black people, and they don't care about people of color, and the Republicans do." He then went on to claim that the Democratic Party is the "party of the KKK" and that the Republican Party is the party that freed the slaves. Cannon also expressed his admiration for Trump, saying "I f**k with Trump," and defended the former president against accusations of racism, arguing that he was not seen as racist until he entered politics.

  • The podcast episode was recorded and published in March 2026.

The players

Nick Cannon

An actor, comedian, rapper, and TV host who has faced controversy in the past for making anti-Semitic remarks.

Amber Rose

A model who spoke at the Republican National Convention in 2024.

Donald Trump

The former president of the United States, whom Cannon expressed his support for and defended against accusations of racism.

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What they’re saying

“People don't know that the Democrats is the party of the KKK. People don't know that the Republicans are the party that freed the slaves.”

— Nick Cannon, TV host and entertainer

“I f**k with Trump.”

— Nick Cannon, TV host and entertainer

“He would be at all the events with like, Russell Simmons, all the black parties. ... But when he got political, that's when, you know, people start putting the racist jacket on.”

— Nick Cannon, TV host and entertainer

The takeaway

Cannon's comments reflect the ongoing political divisions in the United States, with high-profile figures taking strong partisan stances. His defense of Trump and criticism of the Democratic Party could further contribute to the polarization of the political landscape, highlighting the need for more nuanced and constructive dialogue on complex issues.