Tucker Carlson Labels Christian Zionism 'Heresy' Amid Controversial Talk with Antisemite Nick Fuentes

Tucker Carlson hosted a two-hour interview with Nick Fuentes, an avowed antisemite and white nationalist, where they discussed their mutual disdain for Christian Zionism and pro-Israel conservatives, labeling it a "Christian heresy" and a "brain virus". Carlson criticized prominent Republican figures such as Mike Huckabee, Ted Cruz, John Bolton, Karl Rove, and George W. Bush for their staunch support of Israel, suggesting they are influenced by this ideology rather than serving American interests. Fuentes echoed antisemitic conspiracy theories, blaming "Zionist Jews" and "dual citizens" for undue influence in Washington, while Carlson attempted to distance himself slightly from overt antisemitism by framing his opposition in terms of foreign policy and Christian faith. The interview, marked by a cordial tone despite prior tensions between the two, has sparked backlash, including a sharp response from Huckabee who dismissed Carlson's accusations. This event highlights the growing presence and mainstreaming of antisemitic and anti-Israel rhetoric within segments of the American right, amplified by figures with large followings and ties to President Donald Trump's orbit. Carlson's post-Fox News platform has increasingly become a vehicle for conspiratorial and isolationist views that challenge traditional conservative support for Israel.