American Idol is heading into its 25th season later this year, but former contestant and Idol winner Carrie Underwood’s recent performance at President Donald Trump’s second inauguration has reportedly turned into the “worst-case scenario” for the show.

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?

Carrie Underwood handled a musical mishap at the inauguration of President Trump like a pro, improvising and singing a cappella after the soundtrack didn't play.

Donald Trump's inauguration as the 47th President of United States took place on Monday and American Idol winner Carrie Underwood was among those who performed at the occasion

Carrie Underwood's new gig as a judge on 'American Idol' Season 23 is allegedly not in jeopardy after her inauguration performance.

Country singer Carrie Underwood is set to perform for Donald Trump at his second inauguration despite previously keeping her political views away from the public eye

The 'American Idol' alum said she was "honored" to be ... D.C. during President Donald Trump's inauguration, which was moved indoors due to freezing conditions. After facing technical difficulties ...

President-elect Donald Trump speaks at a rally ahead of the ... judging the next season of “American Idol.” “I went from nobody knowing my name to tens of millions of people watching the ...

Country singer Carrie Underwood likely didn't anticipate being thrust into a maelstrom of musical and political discord when she agreed to perform during

Carrie Underwood appeared 'tense' and 'serious' during the filming of the Hollywood round of ‘American Idol’ in Los Angeles, revealed a source

Carrie Underwood’s "American Idol" debut is filled with tension and nervousness, following her performance at Trump's inauguration.