Danica Patrick, a former NASCAR and IndyCar driver, recently faced criticism on social media for attending a conservative conference. The event, organized by a conservative host, took place in December 2023. Despite the criticism, Patrick shared images from the event on her social media platforms. After a period of silence, she recently addressed the controversy in an interview with a YouTuber, expressing her thoughts on the matter. In addition to discussing her political affiliations, Patrick touched on various other topics during the interview.
Patrick expressed surprise at the negative response she received for her political beliefs. She questioned the intentions of those who criticized her for holding conservative views and wondered why her voice was being silenced or canceled. In an Instagram story, Patrick further delved into her political beliefs, stating that she identifies as conservative and supports freedom of expression.
Although Danica Patrick has been involved in various controversies over the years, this is the first time she finds herself embroiled in a political controversy. It remains to be seen whether she will become more actively involved in politics or pursue a career as a politician in the future.
