American Idol' Season 23 hoped to stay out of politics -- but Carrie Underwood's inauguration performance thrust the show's political side into the spotlight. Here's what a source shared.

Carrie Underwood’s controversial performance at Donald Trump’s inauguration has left American Idol executives in a tough spot. Could the awkward moment impact her role on the show as the new judge in season 23?

Keep reading for what to know about Carrie Underwood's political views: Though a previous report in 2012 alleged that Underwood was a registered Republican at the time, the American Idol alum-turned-judge's current political affiliation is unknown, as she has never publicly said if she is a Republican or Democrat.

Carrie Underwood's decision to perform at Donald Trump's inauguration ceremony has been both praised and reviled by fans and fellow celebrities. Even before Underwood took to the

American Idol 'concerned' over backlash after Carrie Underwood performed at inauguration. READ MORE: Jason Aldean with 'cold blocked nose' as he performs during Donald

Carrie Underwood has broken her silence for the first time since her controversial performance at Donald Trump's inauguration and subsequent diva rumors.

All of the talk surrounding Underwood's inauguration appearance, however, left the eight-time Grammy winner with some disappointing news. Not only did her performance not boost st