There is a growing curiosity regarding Tate McRae’s political opinions, and a recent interview with Variety provides some insight — to a degree.
In the cover story published on Monday, the 23-year-old Canadian pop sensation was questioned about her hesitance to publicly discuss her political stance. Her political views came into question following a 2025 collaboration with American country artist Morgan Wallen, which intensified after she promoted Team USA during the 2026 Winter Olympics and was rumored to be dating NHL player Jack Hughes, who visited the White House after the U.S. triumphed over Canada in the gold medal match.
McRae indicates that she has expressed her views — in different ways.
“I prefer to voice my opinions through the organizations I support and the environment I create on tour,” she explained to the magazine. Although she did not elaborate, she may have been referencing her “Little Miss Possessive” hoodie sold through her merchandise line — a portion of the profits benefit The Trevor Project, an organization focused on suicide prevention for LGBTQ+ youth, and the Global Fund for Women.
“I think it’s fairly clear what kind of person I am and the causes I back,” she added. “And I trust that my fans can recognize that through the efforts I’m dedicated to.”
Collaboration with Wallen
Inquiries regarding McRae’s political stance first surfaced after her collaboration with Wallen on the hit song What I Want in May 2025. The artist faced significant backlash in 2021 when TMZ released a video showing him using a racial slur outside his Nashville residence.
Tate McRae is facing backlash for supporting Team U.S.A. after featuring in an NBC ad promoting the Olympics and Super Bowl. Canadians have taken to social media to share their disappointment about McRae siding with the American team, though some fans are cheering this moment as a step up in the singer’s career.
Wallen has not openly expressed support for MAGA or endorsed former U.S. President Donald Trump.
Speculation regarding McRae’s beliefs reignited earlier this year when the Calgary-born artist appeared in an NBC advertisement featuring the 2026 U.S. Winter Olympics team, with some branding her a traitor.
Subsequently, rumors of a relationship with New Jersey Devils center Hughes began to circulate. Hughes attended the White House with the U.S. men’s hockey team following their gold medal victory at the 2026 Winter Olympics. The team also faced criticism after they laughed at a joke made by President Trump regarding the women’s hockey team during a congratulatory call after their Olympic win.
Hughes defended the choice to visit the White House, stating to the Daily Mail, “Everything is so political. We’re athletes. We’re incredibly proud to represent the U.S. and we get the opportunity to visit the White House, meet the president. You know, we’re proud to be Americans.”
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McRae seems to be largely unfazed by the online discussions, telling Variety that she chooses to “keep my personal life as sacred and private as possible.”
“I cherish the people in my life. They care for me. I strive to maintain a circle that is as positive and supportive as I can,” she remarked. “As for the external noise, that is beyond my control. Investing my energy in things I cannot change only puts me in a bad mood.”