Jason Bateman has spent over forty years in the entertainment industry, evolving from a teenage TV star into a respected actor, director, and podcast host. Known for his razor-sharp comedic timing in Arrested Development and his darker turn in Ozark, Bateman has become a fixture in both comedy and drama. Recently, though, he has shifted into more outspoken territory, sharing strong political views that reveal a new, unapologetically candid side of one of Hollywood’s most familiar faces.

Jason Bateman recently slammed Donald Trump supporters, and what he said is bound to rattle more than a few cages.

While speaking with MSNBC’s Nicolle Wallace on The Best People podcast, Jason Bateman did not hold back when the topic turned to Donald Trump and his supporters. The actor criticized those backing Trump for deliberately avoiding the reality of the world around them. He argued that Republican voters are not being misled; they are actively choosing to ignore facts. Bateman expressed disbelief at how people shield themselves from information and even twist it to validate their intelligence, stating, “They are, by choice, keeping themselves insulated from those facts.”

At this point, Bateman had the floor, speaking with passion and frustration. He reflected on how some Trump supporters believe in grand conspiracies like the deep state, using that belief to feel intellectually superior. Emphasizing his love for the country, Bateman expressed heartbreak over how many have shut out reality, insisting these very people could play a vital role in healing the nation if they chose to face the truth. Despite the intensity of his political views, Bateman still knows how to keep things light—especially when it comes to himself.

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Jason Bateman had long been a go-to name for comedy, consistently delivering charm and impeccable timing. More recently, he brought that same energy to SmartLess, the hit podcast he co-hosted with longtime friends Sean Hayes and Will Arnett. In one hilariously off-the-rails episode, Hayes joked he could not play hockey because his “shelf collapsed”—a playful nod to his backside. Arnett piled on, claiming Bateman could relate. Bateman agreed, saying he saw his own butt “going away there on Laura Linney” during a steamy Ozark scene.

Laughter hit a new level when the infamous “stunt cheek” joke took over the episode, later brought to life through a wildly animated Instagram clip created with Cartuna Radio. But Jason Bateman is not just living in podcast hilarity. He is gearing up to hit the screen again in Black Rabbit, a moody drama filmed across New York’s grittiest corners. Lately, Bateman has been in the spotlight not only for his acting but for his bold political commentary.

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