# @mrstephenasmith on YouTube

- **Type:** Video
- **Original URL:** https://youtube.com/watch?v=kR-xAM0cBqQ
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/70215069-mrstephenasmith-youtube
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- **Posted:** 2026-09-11T22:00:11.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Stephen A Smith (@stephenasmith) — https://gondola.cc/stephenasmith

## Caption

Candace Owens joins Stephen A. Smith for a candid conversation about her break with Donald Trump, her questions surrounding Charlie Kirk’s death, and why she refuses to back down amid growing criticism.

Owens explains why the Epstein files became a breaking point in her support for Trump and addresses her criticism of Erika Kirk and Turning Point USA. Stephen A. presses her on the evidence behind her allegations, challenges her conclusions, and asks what would change her mind.

They also discuss her controversial Brigitte Macron series, the future of conservative leadership, and how faith and family shape her willingness to speak out.

Watch the full interview and share your thoughts in the comments. Subscribe for more interviews and conversations with Stephen A. Smith.

CHAPTERS:
00:00 Candace Owens joins Stephen A.
00:23 Trump’s proposed $5,000 payments
01:23 What Candace would tell Trump face to face
02:25 Why she stopped supporting Trump
06:17 Republican unity and Trump’s foreign policy
08:38 Is there an alternative to Trump?
10:08 Stephen A. questions her controversial investigations
12:52 Her questions about Charlie Kirk’s death
14:16 Addressing her criticism of Erika Kirk
18:38 Charlie’s legacy and Turning Point USA
20:49 Stephen A. presses for evidence behind her Israel allegations
23:25 Her falling-out with Erika Kirk
25:25 Would she accept a jury’s verdict?
26:33 Family, safety and the cost of speaking out
30:08 Her controversial Brigitte Macron series
33:51 Facing criticism from both sides
36:07 Who should lead conservatives next?
37:49 Political ambitions and family life
38:36 What if her claims are wrong?
42:48 Her theory about additional involvement
43:28 Faith, personal safety and refusing to back down

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- **Views:** 5,076
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