People are eager to know about Tate McRae’s political stance, and a recent interview with Variety sheds some light on the matter. In the cover story interview released recently, the 23-year-old Canadian pop star addressed inquiries about her political views, which arose after collaborating with U.S. country singer Morgan Wallen in 2025. The curiosity intensified following her involvement in promoting Team USA during the 2026 Winter Olympics and rumors of a romantic involvement with NHL star Jack Hughes, who visited the White House post the U.S. victory over Canada in the gold-medal game.
McRae indicated that she communicates her beliefs through the organizations she supports and the atmosphere she creates while on tour. Although she didn’t delve into specifics, she may have been alluding to the “Little Miss Possessive” hoodie she sold through her merchandise store, with a portion of the proceeds benefiting The Trevor Project, a non-profit dedicated to LGBTQ+ youth suicide prevention, and the Global Fund for Women.
The discussion around McRae’s political inclinations initially gained momentum after her collaboration with Wallen on the hit song “What I Want” in May 2025. Wallen faced backlash in 2021 for using a racial slur in a video outside his Nashville home. Speculation about McRae’s beliefs resurfaced earlier this year when she appeared in an NBC ad supporting the U.S. Winter Olympics team, with some criticizing her loyalty.
Additionally, rumors of a relationship with New Jersey Devils center Jack Hughes emerged. Hughes and the U.S. men’s hockey team faced criticism for their White House visit following their Olympic triumph. However, Hughes defended the decision, emphasizing that as athletes, they were proud to represent the U.S. and viewed the visit as an honor.
Despite the online chatter, McRae expressed her preference for keeping her personal life private, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a positive and supportive inner circle. She highlighted her focus on things within her control and her disregard for external noise that could affect her mood negatively.