Republican Congressman Dan Crenshaw was caught on a hot mic making a violent threat against former Fox News host Tucker Carlson. Crenshaw’s comments have sparked intense debate about the state of political discourse and the responsibilities of elected officials. What prompted Crenshaw’s violent comment towards Tucker Carlson?
Crenshaw’s Hot Mic Moment Ignites Controversy
Rep. Dan Crenshaw, a Republican from Texas, found himself at the center of a firestorm after a hot mic captured him saying he would “f**king kill” Tucker Carlson if they ever met. The incident occurred following an interview with GB News, where Crenshaw was asked about potentially meeting the former Fox News host.
Crenshaw’s full statement, as reported, was: “We talked a lot over Twitter. If I ever meet him, I’ll fucking kill him.” The congressman followed up by emphasizing, “I’m not joking. He’s the worst person.”
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Political Fallout and Reactions
The revelation of Crenshaw’s comments quickly drew attention from across the political spectrum. Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene publicly questioned Crenshaw about the threat, to which he responded with a dismissive “lol, no,” seemingly downplaying the seriousness of his words.
Elon Musk, known for his outspoken nature on social media, weighed in on the situation. The tech mogul questioned why Crenshaw harbored such “homicidal” feelings towards Carlson, further amplifying the incident’s visibility.
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Tucker: "Why don’t you come sit for an… pic.twitter.com/moBV6p2tSo
— AJ Huber (@Huberton) February 25, 2025
Tucker Carlson’s Response and Invitation
In a surprising turn of events, Tucker Carlson himself responded to the controversy. The former Fox News host extended an invitation to Crenshaw, challenging him to sit for an interview to address the matter face-to-face.
Carlson’s response was direct and provocative: “Why don’t you come sit for an interview and we’ll see how you do? I’ll send you my address, @DanCrenshawTX.” This invitation has added another layer of intrigue to the unfolding drama, leaving many to wonder if Crenshaw will accept the challenge.