President Donald Trump has sharply rebuked Tucker Carlson over criticism regarding U.S. support for Israel’s recent strikes against Iran. Trump dismissed Carlson’s concerns about America’s involvement, suggesting the former Fox News host should “go get a television network” if he wants people to listen to him. Should MAGA prioritize isolationism or maintain strong support for Israel’s security concerns?
The Trump-Carlson Feud Erupts
President Donald Trump has publicly dismissed Tucker Carlson’s criticisms regarding U.S. support for Israel’s military actions against Iran. The exchange began after Carlson published a newsletter titled “This Could Be the Final Newsletter Before All-Out War,” where he accused Trump of complicity in Israel’s attacks and abandoning his America First principles.
Trump responded forcefully on Truth Social, writing: “Somebody explain to kooky Tucker Carlson that IRAN CAN NOT HAVE A NUCLEAR WEAPON!” He further minimized Carlson’s influence, stating, “I don’t know what Tucker Carlson is saying. Let him go get a television network and say it so that people listen.”
Trump firing back against Tucker for saying he’s complicit in Israel’s attacks on Iran:
“I don't know what Tucker Carlson is saying. Let him go get a television network and say it so that people listen.” pic.twitter.com/M9DRNviWSh
— Visegrád 24 (@visegrad24) June 16, 2025
America First vs. Israel Support
At the heart of this disagreement is a fundamental question about the America First doctrine and its compatibility with strong support for Israel. Carlson argues that U.S. funding and weapons support to Israel effectively make America complicit in these military actions, regardless of official involvement.
In his newsletter, Carlson wrote, “While the American military may not have physically perpetrated the assault, years of funding and sending weapons to Israel, which Donald Trump just bragged about on Truth Social, undeniably place the U.S. at the center of last night’s events.” He further warned that this situation could potentially “end Trump’s presidency and the American Empire.”
Trump Fires Back at Tucker Carlson Again: ‘Let Him Get a TV Network So People Actually Listen’ (VIDEO) https://t.co/4MCJgRfFxr
— The Gateway Pundit (@gatewaypundit) June 17, 2025
Implications for MAGA Movement
This public disagreement reveals growing divisions within the MAGA movement regarding foreign policy priorities. Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu justified the recent attacks by claiming Iran was near completion of a nuclear weapon, a position Trump appears to support despite his previous criticism of U.S. involvement in foreign conflicts.
Despite their differences, Carlson has maintained that he holds personal admiration for Trump, telling Steve Bannon’s “War Room” show, “I actually really love Trump. I think he’s a deeply humane, kind person.” However, he expressed grave concerns about the direction of U.S. foreign policy, adding, “I’m really afraid that my country’s going to be further weakened by this.”
Secretary of State Marco Rubio has stated that the U.S. was not directly involved in Israel’s military strikes, though American forces did help intercept Iranian missiles aimed at Israel. Trump has indicated his belief in a forthcoming nuclear deal with Iran while maintaining that Iran should not possess nuclear weapons.
Since being fired from Fox News in August 2023, where he commanded an audience of 3.3 million daily viewers, Carlson has built a significant online presence with his shows on X and his podcast. His YouTube channel boasts over 4 million subscribers, though his reach remains smaller than during his Fox News prime.