Podcast host Joe Rogan criticized the recent “No Kings” protests in Washington, D.C., describing the demonstrators as “losers” and suggesting many were backed by Democrats or connected to federal agencies. Rogan made the remarks during Wednesday’s episode of The Joe Rogan Experience, joined by comedian and actor Bryan Callen.

The “No Kings” protests were organized as a large-scale anti-Trump demonstration in the nation’s capital earlier in the week. The event drew progressive groups and activists who rallied against President Donald Trump and his administration’s policies.

Rogan opened the segment by mocking what he described as coordinated, inauthentic activism funded by political groups.

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“All those people that are protesting on the streets, 99% of them are losers,” Rogan said.

“The other ones work for the Fed.”

Callen, who often appears on Rogan’s podcast, laughed at the remark and said, “I have a whole joke about that.”

Rogan continued, “FBI agents and losers. It’s all it is. The whole f**king, every protest, is FBI agents and losers.”

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Callen agreed, adding his own take on the subject. “I talk about this all the time. I’m like, for me, you want me to join a protest, you want me to get out on the street? First of all, to make a sign? Get the f**k out of here, and then I’m supposed to make the sign?”

Rogan replied, “You don’t have to make the sign. There’s a guy with a van who’s paid by George Soros, and he’s got staff.”

Callen asked, “He’s handing them out?”

Rogan answered, “Signs that were made at Kinko’s. Okay, they’re not homemade at all. And you just f**king just pass those bad boys out.”

The two went on to joke about the nature of modern political protests, saying many appear to be more performative than genuine.

Callen quipped, “I’m never leading a revolution. My problem is my sign would say, ‘Ugh,’ or ‘it’s complicated.’”

Joe Rogan: “All those people that are protesting, 99% of them are losers. The other ones work for the fed… It’s FBI agents and losers. That’s all it is.”pic.twitter.com/GjSEvYgq3q

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Rogan’s comments quickly circulated on social media, generating strong reactions from listeners and critics alike. Supporters of the host praised his remarks as a candid assessment of political theater, while detractors accused him of dismissing legitimate activism.

The “No Kings” protests that Rogan referred to were held across multiple locations in Washington, D.C., and featured signs and chants opposing President Trump. Among those who attended were progressive lawmakers and activists, including California Senator Adam Schiff, who was questioned by reporters at the event but declined to answer questions about Democrats’ midterm election prospects.

Rogan, who hosts one of the most-listened-to podcasts in the United States, has frequently commented on political and cultural issues. His interviews often attract significant media attention due to his wide-ranging discussions with guests from across the political spectrum.

Bryan Callen, known for his work in comedy and television, echoed Rogan’s sentiment that many public demonstrations appear preplanned and heavily organized. Both men used the exchange to question the authenticity of large-scale political protests.

While Rogan did not single out any specific organizations by name beyond mentioning financier George Soros, his remarks referenced a recurring theme in his commentary — skepticism toward establishment-backed activism and the role of government agencies in public political movements.

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