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Tucker Carlson Regrets Supporting Trump's Immigration Policies

4/23/2026

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Tucker Carlson, a former Fox News host, supported U.S. President Donald Trump's administration, backing its anti-immigration policies and efforts to dismantle diversity initiatives.
Carlson's support has waned, and in a recent podcast episode he expressed regret for backing the president, saying he misled his audience.
The shift occurred during a discussion with his brother Buckley, a former Trump speechwriter, underscoring a rift between Carlson and President Donald Trump.

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Tucker Carlson, a former Fox News host, supported U.S. President Donald Trump's administration, backing its anti-immigration policies and efforts to dismantle diversity initiatives.
Carlson's support has waned, and in a recent podcast episode he expressed regret for backing the president, saying he misled his audience.
The shift occurred during a discussion with his brother Buckley, a former Trump speechwriter, underscoring a rift between Carlson and President Donald Trump.