Candace Owens Goes Viral After Calling Out Trump’s “Messy” DEI Moves and Free Speech Stance

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As stated here, Conservative commentator Candace Owens is making waves online after seemingly publicly criticizing former President Donald Trump, reportedly labeling his recent actions as “messy” and out of touch with core conservative values.

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Owens, who has long been seen as a staunch Trump supporter, did not hold back. “I never thought I would see a day where I would be rooting for a university about Donald J. Trump and his administration, but I don’t recognize this administration right now,” she said, referencing Trump’s controversial targeting of Harvard University in his push to allegedly clamp down on DEI initiatives.

For Owens, the irony lies in Trump—once the figurehead of free speech advocacy—now appearing to contradict those principles by inserting federal power into academic spaces. Her comments have quickly gone viral, fueling debate among conservatives and liberals alike.

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​In a recent Reddit thread on r/popculture, users discussed Candace Owens’ public withdrawal of support for Donald Trump, particularly her criticism of his recent actions concerning Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives and free speech on college campuses.​

One commenter highlighted the predictability of Trump’s actions, noting that his policies and rhetoric, such as advocating for tariffs and targeting DEI, were consistent with his previous statements and campaign promises. They suggested that those surprised by his current stance may have been disingenuous or delusional in their expectations. Another user humorously remarked on Trump’s longstanding focus on tariffs, implying that his current policies were not new or unexpected.​

This discussion reflects a broader sentiment among some conservatives who feel that Trump’s recent actions diverge from traditional conservative values, particularly regarding free speech and limited government intervention in academic institutions. Owens’ criticism has sparked debates within conservative circles about the direction of the movement and the implications of Trump’s policies on fundamental principles.

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