"Likes to play both sides" - Internet reacts to Charlamagne Tha God praising Trump after comparing him to a dictator

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Radio host Charlemagne Tha God has praised Donald Trump after comparing him to a fascist dictator during one of the episodes on The Breakfast Club. His recent comments on Trump have sparked an internet debate. Some people on social media have slammed Charlamagne they called him a “fraud” and a “hypocrite” as he has been vocal in his criticism of Trump.

In the segment, Charlemagne commended Trump for opposing New York’s congestion pricing plan that aims to charge vehicles entering Manhattan at peak hours. He argued that the move affects the working class who are dependent on their vehicles for commuting.

"Listen, here’s the thing. This is why I keep telling folks, you know, whether you voted for the person or not, when the person does something that you agree with, I’m all for it," Charlamagne said. "I don’t want these congestion prices in New York City … Do your thing, Trump. Do your thing." He added.

Previously, in an interview with AC360 Charlemagne was critical of CNN’s Donald Trump coverage. Charlemagne said CNN “assisted in the normalization of Donald Trump’s fascism.” He expressed his frustration with how the network focuses on less important issues rather than focusing on Trump’s rhetoric and actions. He pointed out how MAGA rally coverage was taken as normal and how white supremacy that comes with him in power goes unnoticed.


Internet reacts to Charlamagne Tha God’s comments on Trump

Charlamagne Tha God’s remarks on Trump have evoked mixed reactions on social media. People have questioned how someone who has been a critic of Trump would switch his stance suddenly. Conversely, others have supported him for acknowledging Trump’s views on economic challenges.

“Charlamagne likes to play both sides.” A user wrote on X.
“What a fraud that guy is.” One person commented.
“Charlemagne has a basic problem. He’s just not very smart. He deserves no attention.” Another wrote.
“I’m sorry but there is only one God and it’s not Charlemagne!” One more person said.
“Mr. Tha god is pretending to come around to Trump but will get played like a useful idiot when Democrats need his endorsement again.” Someone else commented.

One user wrote that countless critics of Trump who were against him are gradually turning into his supporters since he had won the elections by a wide margin.

“There are countless critics of Trump who are now softening the way they talk about him now that he’s won the presidency, especially by such a wide margin. Remember who stood by Trump’s side when the detractors were at their most furious.” The user tweeted.

One person wrote that he wishes to match podcaster Joe Rogan’s status by supporting Donald Trump.

“Charlemagne is trying to pump himself up to the status of Joe Rogan. What he vastly underestimates is he will never ever be at the level of Joe Rogan. Wishy washy and no use of critical thinking will never get you to Top Dog status.” The user wrote.
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Edited by Priscillah Mueni