Trump’s Power Circle of Supporters Is Starting To Crack

For years, Donald Trump’s political brand has thrived on loyalty, an almost unbreakable bond between the former president and those who once cheered his every move. But in 2025, that foundation is starting to show fractures. A growing list of Trump’s biggest supporters, from media giants to tech moguls, are stepping back or speaking out. Their reasons vary, some ideological, some personal, but together mark a notable shift in Trump’s orbit as he eyes another term in the White House.

Joe Rogan

Joe Rogan’s early endorsement of Trump gave the former president an unexpected cultural foothold. His podcast, The Joe Rogan Experience, reached millions of politically diverse listeners, many of whom were skeptical of mainstream narratives. Rogan praised Trump’s brashness and anti-establishment tone, framing him as a necessary disruptor in Washington.

But that tone has cooled. Rogan has recently taken issue with Trump’s immigration crackdowns and his increasingly militarized domestic policies. On air, he described Trump’s deportation orders as “horrific” and warned that deploying federal troops in US cities can set a precedent that could prove dangerous. Rogan, who built his reputation on questioning authority, now sees Trump as embodying the same overreach he once railed against.