Tucker Carlson Questions Hamas Terrorism Status Amid Criticism

Tucker Carlson has sparked controversy by expressing doubts about Hamas being a radical jihadi terrorist organization, instead suggesting it is more of a political group. On Piers Morgan's show, Carlson defined terrorism as the murder of innocents and acknowledged Hamas's involvement in such acts, but elsewhere, including his podcast, he questioned Hamas's characterization as Islamist extremists. His comments have drawn sharp criticism from various figures, including Republican Senator Ted Cruz and conservative commentators like Mark Levin, who accuse him of downplaying Hamas's terrorism. Carlson also faced backlash for stating he would offer condolences to the family of Osama bin Laden, emphasizing human decency despite hating the terrorist. His remarks have fueled debates about the nature of Hamas amid ongoing Israeli military actions in Gaza, including attacks that have killed civilians such as Christian families. Overall, Carlson's shifting and nuanced statements on Hamas have made him a polarizing figure within conservative circles and beyond.