Tucker Carlson says he regrets backing Donald Trump and is ‘tormented by it’
The Guardian • • world
Key Points:
- Tucker Carlson expressed deep regret for his past support of Donald Trump, apologizing for misleading people and acknowledging shared responsibility for current political issues, particularly regarding the US-Iran conflict.
- Carlson criticized Trump's handling of the Iran war, calling the president's language "vile" and accusing him of betraying his previous promises, while also distancing himself from Trump's recent rhetoric and behavior.
- Despite years of public support for Trump, including campaigning for him in 2024, Carlson privately disparaged Trump's first presidency and has since become openly critical, especially after being fired from Fox News in 2023.
- Carlson’s fallout with Trump intensified after Trump publicly insulted him and other former MAGA supporters, highlighting a growing rift within conservative media circles.
- Since leaving Fox News, Carlson has launched his own media company and courted controversy, notably by interviewing extremist figures and making provocative statements on his podcast.
