Jennifer Lawrence Shares ‘Regret’ Over Slamming Donald Trump’s First Administration: 'I Want To Protect My Craft'

After years of being one of Hollywood's most vocal stars on politics, Jennifer Lawrence is rethinking whether speaking out was worth it.

In a new interview, the “No Hard Feelings” star reflected on her past outspokenness, especially during Donald Trump's first term, when she publicly criticized him.

While she admits she wishes she hadn't been so outspoken, Lawrence has made a new decision to step back and refrain from weighing in on political matters moving forward.

During an appearance on The New York Times' “The Interview podcast,” Lawrence was asked about her opinion on the president being in office for his second term, to which she responded about the shift in her mindset about being vocal. 

“I don't really know if I should,” Lawrence candidly shared before recalling how, during Trump's first administration, she was frantically vocal because she couldn't believe what was happening.

However, over time, she realized that celebrities don't actually change election outcomes or influence voters' decisions. As a result, she now questions the value of speaking out at all. 

When asked if she regrets how she handled things in the past, the Oscar winner responded, “Probably. I regret everything I've ever done or said.” She added that Trump's second regime feels different because, unlike before, people already knew what he stood for and still chose to re-elect him.

Lawrence then noted that moving on, she is becoming more cautious about involving herself in political debates because she doesn't want her personal opinions to interfere with her career. 

“I want to protect my craft so that you can still get lost in what I'm doing,” the 35-year-old shared, adding that unless her words can help create peace or solutions, she doesn't want to contribute to the problem. 

When the U.S. leader first announced his candidacy in 2015, Lawrence declared that Trump's potential presidency would mark "the end of the world," criticizing how politics had become a form of entertainment.

After his election victory, Lawrence doubled down on her activism, writing a passionate essay for Broadly urging people not to lose hope. She encouraged women, minorities, and marginalized groups to stay strong and vocal, calling on them to channel their anger into action and resistance, per Entertainment Weekly.

Before announcing her decision to step back from political activism, Lawrence spoke out against the government's growing restrictions on free speech while attending the 73rd San Sebastian International Film Festival in September.

After thanking organizers for honoring her influence on modern cinema, Lawrence voiced her concern about the limitation of creative and personal expression in the country. 

"Our freedom of speech is under attack in the United States," she said, according to The Blast, noting that these restrictions also affect film and storytelling.

She added, “In cinema, we realize that we are all connected and need empathy and freedom. Without those, we can't tell the stories that matter.”

Fans widely praised Lawrence for using her platform to speak out on such an important issue, commending her courage and authenticity.

While Lawrence has often spoken out against Trump, she's also been open about the candidates she supports. Last year, the actress endorsed Kamala Harris and Tim Walz, basing her approval on her strong belief in protecting reproductive rights. 

Per The Blast, Lawrence praised Harris for her dedication to defending women's rights, aligning her views with the principles once protected under Roe v. Wade before it was overturned in 2022.

At the time, Lawrence proudly declared, I'm voting for Kamala Harris because I think she's an amazing candidate and I know that she will do whatever she can to protect reproductive rights.”

When the “Silver Linings Playbook” star isn't speaking out on social or political issues, she's not afraid to open up about her personal life. Recently, Lawrence revealed that she plans on undergoing a breast augmentation.

As The Blast previously reported, the mother of two admitted that after welcoming her second child, her body didn't "bounce back" the way it did after her first pregnancy. Because of that, she's been thinking about getting the cosmetic procedure. 

A New Yorker profile revealed that Lawrence plans to film a nude scene next spring, a year after giving birth, and emphasized she would undergo the surgery even if she weren't famous.