Views of Kanye West
Controversial views of musician Kanye West / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
American rapper and fashion designer Ye (/jeɪ/ YAY), commonly known by his birth name Kanye West, has garnered mainstream attention for his views on numerous political and social issues. West unsuccessfully ran for President of the United States in 2020, focusing on his opposition to abortion. In November 2022, West announced that he is running again for the presidency in the 2024 election, however no progress has been made on this course of action. On December 1, 2022, West stated that he admired Adolf Hitler, denied the Holocaust, and identified as a Nazi.[1][2]
West supported Barack Obama in 2008 and 2012,[3][4] Hillary Clinton in 2015,[5] Donald Trump in 2016 and initially in 2020,[6] and Francis Suarez in 2024.[7][8][9] West opposes abortion,[10] capital punishment,[11] and welfare,[12] and has supported gun rights and gay marriage.[13]