Republican Senator Tommy Tuberville of Alabama faced criticism for his comments on white nationalism during an interview on CNN. Tuberville described the racism of white nationalists as a matter of "opinion" and referred to them as "Americans." When asked about his opinion on white nationalists, Tuberville stated that if people consider them racist, he agrees with that. However, he also suggested that the term white nationalist includes people with "a few probably different beliefs" and that it is "just the name that it's been given."

This is not the first time Tuberville has faced backlash for his remarks on white nationalists. In a previous interview, he referred to them as "Americans" and claimed that the Democrats were attacking the military by removing white extremists and nationalists.

During the CNN interview, Tuberville reiterated that he rejects racism but pushed back against the definition of white nationalists as racists. He accused Democrats of using the term for political purposes, arguing that it is "ruining this country."

Tuberville's comments have sparked controversy and raised concerns about his understanding of white nationalism and its implications. Critics argue that his view minimizes the racist and extremist ideology associated with white nationalism. As a senator, Tuberville's remarks have significant implications for public discourse and policy decisions regarding racial equality and national security.

It remains to be seen how Tuberville's comments on white nationalism will impact his political career and public perception.