Actor Alan Ritchson, known for his role in "Reacher," has publicly criticized former President Donald Trump, particularly regarding the decision to host a UFC fight night on the White House's South Lawn. Ritchson voiced his frustrations on a recent episode of the "Armchair Expert" podcast with Dax Shepard.
Ritchson described the event as an example of "this fucking guy is just raping the world that he lives in for whatever gain he personally can have," expressing anger that such actions occur "and nobody says anything! And no consequences!"
This criticism follows Ritchson's comments on another podcast, "Happy Sad Confused" with Josh Horowitz, where he addressed the handling of the Jeffrey Epstein files. Ritchson called for Trump to face legal consequences over his past association with Epstein. A White House spokesperson responded to these remarks, stating that the president "has been totally exonerated on anything relating" to Epstein. Trump has denied any wrongdoing and has not been implicated in Epstein's crimes.
Ritchson also used the "Armchair Expert" interview to discuss his difficulty in letting go of resentment, linking it to what he perceives as unresolved issues and predatory behavior, referencing the Catholic Church's sex abuse scandals as another example of victims feeling unheard.
He elaborated on his feelings of anger, stating, "I think we should hold on to some of that anger so somebody gets Guy Richie and wakes up in a pool of their own teeth and blood." Ritchson has previously criticized other political figures, including former Rep. Matt Gaetz.