Don Lemon: "I don't think that you can be black and be a rational MAGA person"

Don Lemon: "It's the same as when I see—not all Black Republicans—but when I see a Black MAGA person supporting Donald Trump and knowing that he's lying. It's the shortest line to the front because if you're Black and you're anything else, you're just in line with a bunch of other Democrats doing the same thing you are.

But if you become a Black MAGA person, it's like, 'Whoa! Let's book this person, put them on TV.'"

Bill Maher: "So you don't think someone can sincerely be Black and MAGA?"

Don Lemon: "No, no, I didn't say that. I just said I think sincere Republicans can exist. But you can't be a sincere Black Republican. I don't think you can be.

I don't think you can be Black, be MAGA, and be rational at the same time. I think you can be Black and be Republican."

Bill Maher: "I think they would find that very insulting."

Don Lemon: "Well, the truth is often insulting."

The support of some African Americans for Donald Trump has been a controversial and debated topic in the political sphere. While the majority of Black voters in the U.S. have historically supported the Democratic Party, there has been a segment of the African American community that backs Trump, citing reasons such as economic growth under his administration, criminal justice reform, and increased job opportunities.

However, this support has been strongly criticized by progressive sectors and other members of the Black community. Figures like Don Lemon have questioned the legitimacy and rationality of African Americans who identify with the MAGA movement, suggesting that some do so for media opportunism. Despite the criticism, several prominent voices within the Black community, including business leaders, religious figures, and political commentators, have defended their support for Trump, arguing that his policies have directly benefited African Americans more than those of previous Democratic administrations.

In addition to the African American support, there has also been notable backing for Trump among certain segments of the Hispanic community. While many Latinos have traditionally leaned Democratic, particularly due to issues like immigration and social justice, a significant portion has rallied behind Trump, often citing his economic policies, strong stance on law and order, and the reduction of illegal immigration as key factors. Many Hispanic voters, especially those from Cuban-American, Venezuelan-American, and other immigrant backgrounds, appreciate Trump’s tough rhetoric on socialism and his stance against the left-leaning policies of Democratic figures. These voters have been particularly vocal about the need for strong national security and economic policies that they believe benefit their families and communities.

In the 2020 election, Hispanic support for Trump saw an increase, especially in swing states like Florida and Texas, where Latino voters played a key role. This shift suggests a potential realignment of traditional voting patterns among both African American and Hispanic communities, with an increasing number of voters from these groups opting for Republican policies that align with their economic interests and concerns over national security and immigration.

The growing support among both African American and Hispanic communities highlights a shifting dynamic in U.S. politics, indicating that issues such as economic opportunity, criminal justice reform, and strong borders resonate with more voters than traditionally expected.