American podcaster Tucker Carlson has declared that he will no longer support the Republican Party in the lead-up to the upcoming midterm elections in November. His decision is influenced by President Donald Trump’s recent move to initiate military action against Iran, alongside his belief that the party no longer represents the interests of its constituents.
This announcement was made during an episode of his podcast, “Can’t Be Censored.” Carlson has been a prominent defender of the Republican Party for decades, particularly during his tenure at Fox News, where he was among the channel’s most popular hosts.
“I’m out. And if I’m out, I think a lot of other people will be too. I will never support the Republican Party. Not in a million years will I support the Republican Party,” Carlson stated.
He further clarified that he would not be supporting the Democratic Party either and remains uncertain about his future political engagements.
Since his departure from Fox News in 2023, Carlson has launched his own podcast, which has attracted a substantial following. Recently, his views have increasingly diverged from those of the Republican Party. He expressed particular disappointment over Trump’s decision to engage in military conflict with Iran.
While Carlson had previously endorsed Trump for the 2024 presidential election, he later publicly retracted that support, admitting he had misled his audience, albeit unintentionally. He has been vocal in his criticism of the war, suggesting that it primarily serves the interests of Israel rather than American citizens. Additionally, he has accused Republican leaders of prioritizing the interests of corporations and donors over those of their voters and the nation.
“They make decisions based on other criteria: what’s best for this company, what’s best for Israel, what’s best for our donors,” Carlson remarked.
He characterized this shift as a betrayal and an immoral action that cannot continue. Carlson noted that he has consistently supported the Republican Party for 35 years, but he now finds it untenable to defend it any longer.
Tucker Carlson has publicly withdrawn his support for the Republican Party, citing disillusionment with its direction and recent military actions. His criticisms reflect a broader discontent with party leadership and priorities.