Tucker Carlson / Laura Loomer

 

In 2025 and early 2026, a significant rift developed within the MAGA movement between Tucker Carlson and Laura Loomer, primarily driven by disagreements over foreign policy (specifically Israel, Iran, and Qatar) and Carlson's platforming of controversial figures.

 

Key Points of Conflict

Foreign Policy and Qatar Allegations: Loomer has dubbed Carlson "Tucker Qatarlson," alleging he is "bought off by the Muslim Brotherhood" or Qatar and "controlled by Muslims" due to his opposition to U.S. military involvement in Israel's conflict with Iran. Carlson's business partners have dismissed these claims as lies.

Controversial Interviews: Loomer criticized Carlson for interviewing white supremacist Nick Fuentes and for his comments suggesting that no Americans had been killed by radical Islam in the last 24 years—remarks Loomer condemned as "shameful" and "disgusting".

 

Influence with Trump: As of January 2026, Loomer has expressed public outrage over Carlson’s continued access to the White House and President Trump, arguing his presence is "politically damaging" and could weaken future GOP prospects.

Personal Escalation: In January 2026, Loomer escalated the feud by threatening to release an "expose" containing damaging personal information about the Carlson family, whom she described as "degenerate".

 

Public Exchanges

Carlson’s View: Carlson has largely dismissed Loomer as unhinged, likening her to a "child wielding a loaded firearm called Twitter" and stating that he blames the "adults who take her seriously" rather than her personally.

Loomer’s View: Loomer views Carlson as a "virulent Jew hater" and a liability to the Trump administration, frequently calling for his marginalization within the Republican Party.

 

Family Involvement: Tucker's brother, Buckley Carlson, has also entered the fray, criticizing Loomer as a "bloodthirsty cheerleader of genocide" following her attacks on Tucker.