Tucker Carlson Expresses Regret for Supporting President's Election

Conservative commentator Tucker Carlson has publicly expressed regret for his support in helping the current president get elected, particularly criticizing the administration's involvement in the war in Iran. ' He made these remarks during a conversation with his brother, who previously wrote speeches for the president's 2015 campaign.

the episode aired on April 20, 2026, Carlson said supporters like him bear responsibility for the current situation. He emphasized that simply changing one's mind is insufficient, noting that millions of people contributed to the events unfolding now.

Carlson specifically apologized for misleading people, stating it was unintentional. He predicted that he and others would be tormented by this for a long time and urged a moment of conscience. > "We'll be tormented by it for a long time. I will be.

And I want to say I'm sorry for misleading people. It was not intentional. S. military involvement in Israel's conflict with Iran. At that time, he accused the administration of complicity in acts of war, contrasting it with 2024 campaign promises to prevent World War III.

The president responded to Carlson's 2025 criticisms by suggesting he start his own television network. Viewer comments on the recent episode, which garnered over 500,000 views, echoed regrets, citing the war, associations with Israel, the handling of Charlie Kirk's assassination, and the response to Epstein files as breaking points.

between Carlson and the president date back further.

In 2023, while still at Fox News, reports revealed private criticisms by Carlson and other hosts of the president's 2020 election fraud claims. Capitol storming by a pro-president mob, Carlson texted his producer describing the president as 'a demonic force, a destroyer,' though adding he would not destroy them.

Carlson questioned whether the current events were always the plan, noting signs of low character that were overlooked. He cautioned against conspiracy theories but highlighted the need for reflection. Forbes reported Carlson called the Iran war a 'betrayal' of promises.

Variety noted his apology for misleading people about the president.

The episode prompted discussions among viewers, with many expressing similar disillusionment. Carlson's shift marks a notable change from his previous role as a key supporter. He was ousted from Fox News and has become increasingly critical of the administration, especially on foreign policy.

The conversation with his brother, Buckley Carlson, highlighted personal involvement in the president's early campaigns.