olitical commentator Candace Owens has weighed in on Carrie Underwood’s political views, saying that any notion the singer “was a liberal” is “the craziest thing I’ve ever heard.”
Underwood’s political views became a talking point in recent days, when it was announced that the musician had agreed to perform at President Donald Trump’s inauguration on Monday, January 20.
The American Idol alum performed “America the Beautiful” acapella at the U.S. Capitol Rotunda, shortly after Trump was officially sworn in as the 47th president of the United States.
Ahead of the ceremony, Underwood told Newsweek in a statement: “I love our country and am honored to have been asked to sing at the inauguration and to be a small part of this historic event. I am humbled to answer the call at a time when we must all come together in the spirit of unity and looking to the future.”
Underwood’s decision to perform for Trump has sparked debate on both sides of the political aisle, with some criticizing her move and others defending her.
Owens, who is a vocal supporter of Trump, weighed into the conversation around Underwood’s political leanings when she hosted a livestreamed special on the inauguration.
As Underwood came into view during the livestream, Tennessee-based Owens said: “Oh is that Carrie Underwood? Looking fantastic. I love her so much. Neighbor of mine, by the way. Fantastic human being, she really is.”
“I have no idea why liberals thought that Carrie Underwood was a liberal,” Owens continued. “That’s just the craziest thing I’ve ever heard.”
You can tell she’s nervous,” Owens added. “She’s a very shy person. So for her to do this and to take all the mudslinging that she’s endured, I’ll tell you that probably… it was not easy for her.”
