Erika Jayne’s New Partner John McPhee Faces Backlash for Praising Donald Trump

Controversy has arisen surrounding Erika Jayne’s latest romantic interest, John McPhee, after a resurfaced clip revealed him expressing admiration for former President Donald Trump. The clip, shared on Reddit, shows McPhee, a war veteran known as “Shrek,” voice support for Trump, JD Vance, and Pete Hegseth, citing their decision-making as “good for the long term.”

Many fans, particularly from the LGBTQ+ community, reacted negatively, fearing this could harm Erika’s reputation. Comments on social media criticized her choice, with some saying her fan base outside the show—mainly gay men—would not accept her dating someone with these political views.

Fans’ reactions weren’t entirely unexpected, given Erika’s history of high-profile relationships. Some critics pointed out the pattern of her dating controversial figures, referencing her tumultuous past with ex-husband Tom Girardi, who was involved in a major fraud scandal, and noting her son’s career as a police officer.

In addition to political views, McPhee discussed his personal life, revealing the struggles of military marriage. He explained that his marriage started around 9/11 and that he’s experienced multiple divorces. Describing military marriage as “like being in prison,” he highlighted the sacrifices made and how most relationships end due to the demands of service.

As Erika Jayne tapes Season 15 of “The Real Housewives of Beverly Hills,” speculation grows about whether McPhee will appear on the show. Fans are eager to see how their relationship develops and expect the upcoming season to be full of drama.