"Could probably win [the presidency] in a few years": Joe Rogan makes major claim about Nick Fuentes 

Podcaster Joe Rogan sparked fresh controversy after making a striking claim about the political future of far-right commentator Nick Fuentes during a recent episode of The Joe Rogan Experience.

In a wide-ranging conversation with comedian Shane Gillis, Rogan reflected on Fuentes’ online notoriety, his ability to command attention through provocation, and what that might mean in a changing media landscape. The remarks came amid renewed scrutiny of Fuentes following his appearance on Piers Morgan Uncensored and ongoing backlash from political figures across the spectrum.

While Joe Rogan stopped short of endorsing Nick Fuentes’ views, he framed the influencer as a product of modern internet culture, which alienated his audience. Toward the end of the exchange, Rogan went further, suggesting Fuentes "could probably win [the presidency] in a few years."

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Joe Rogan and Shane Gillis debate Nick Fuentes’ appeal

In the clip, Joe Rogan argued that Nick Fuentes represents a type of figure that “couldn’t have existed” two decades ago, attributing his rise to social media ecosystems that reward provocation and constant visibility. Rogan described Fuentes as a young man with a “very high verbal IQ” who relies heavily on trolling and shock statements, including remarks such as opposing women’s right to vote.

According to Joe Rogan, this style resonates with a segment of people, particularly young men, who feel "very unrepresented in the world."

"There’s like a whole group of people that feel very unrepresented in the world. Especially like young men. Here you got this young guy with a very high verbal IQ, and he also does a lot of sh*t posting, a lot of talking sh*t, a lot of trolling, says women shouldn’t be allowed to vote- wild sh*t"

Shane Gillis largely agreed with Joe Rogan’s assessment, noting that Nick Fuentes’ continued ability to make audiences laugh complicates efforts to marginalize him. “He’s still funny as f**k,” Gillis said, adding that humor can make controversial figures harder to neutralize, according to media reports from December 26, 2025. Gillis said,

"The thing that people try to get Fuentes on is that he’s still funny as f***. So that’s where you’re in a lot of trouble"

Rogan echoed that sentiment, arguing that Fuentes’ blend of irony, shock, and humor allows him to deflect criticism while maintaining attention.

The discussion framed Nick Fuentes less as a conventional political operator and more as a digital-era provocateur whose influence stems from cultural disruption rather than policy depth. Rogan suggested that this dynamic, while unsettling to many, reflects broader shifts in how political relevance is built online.

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Joe Rogan and Shane Gillis also focused on Nick Fuentes’ recent appearance with Piers Morgan, describing it as “an expert sparring with someone who thought they were an expert.” Rogan cited a moment when Fuentes made a flippant joke about the Holocaust, responding “Too soon?” after Piers Morgan criticized him for trivializing the subject. Rogan said the exchange visibly stunned Morgan, likening it to being “hit with a missile,” according to media reports from December 26, 2025.

Beyond podcast commentary, Fuentes continues to draw condemnation from political leaders. In an interview published December 23, 2025, Vice President JD Vance forcefully rejected Fuentes after being asked to disavow him over racist comments directed at Vance’s wife, Usha Vance. Vance said anyone attacking his family “can eat s**t” and described ethnic-based attacks as “disgusting,” underscoring the extent to which Fuentes has become a liability even within conservative circles.

Edited by Devangee