Michael Reagan, son of former President Ronald Reagan, has made a surprising turnaround in his stance toward Donald Trump—shifting from firm opposition to open support. This sudden change has fueled debates about “evolving conservative identity” and the broader transformation within the Republican Party.

For years, Reagan criticized Trump’s leadership, claiming it clashed with the “traditional values upheld by his father.” He argued that Trump’s populist tone and divisive rhetoric “were incompatible with conservative principles rooted in dignity and measured governance.”

His reversal now raises questions about what it means to be conservative in modern America and how Trump continues to reshape the party. Many see Reagan’s new support as a reflection of the growing alignment between traditional conservatives and Trump-era populism.

As the political landscape continues to evolve, Reagan’s shift highlights how even those deeply connected to Republican history are adapting to changing party dynamics.