In a nearly 500-word Truth Social post on April 9, 2026, President Trump unleashed a personal attack on several prominent conservative media figures who have criticized his handling of the war in Iran. He labeled former allies like Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly, Candace Owens, and Alex Jones as "losers," "stupid people," and "nut jobs" with "Low IQs".

 

Trump Lashes Out at Prominent Conservatives Over Iran War Criticism

In a nearly 500-word Truth Social post on April 9, 2026, President Trump unleashed a personal attack on several prominent conservative media figures who have criticized his handling of the war in Iran. He labeled former allies like Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly, Candace Owens, and Alex Jones as "losers," "stupid people," and "nut jobs" with "Low IQs".

 

Key Targets and Trump's Attacks

Trump's criticism focused on their perceived lack of intelligence and their alleged desire for "cheap publicity":

 

Tucker Carlson: Trump mocked him as a "Hand Flailing Fool" who "couldn't even finish College" and dismissed him as no longer being "MAGA". Carlson had previously called Trump's Easter message "vile on every level" and a "moral crime".

 

Megyn Kelly: He referenced her past "nasty" questions from the 2016 campaign and criticized her for questioning the administration's justification for military strikes.

 

Candace Owens: Trump attacked Owens for her past controversies involving the First Lady of France, claiming the First Lady is "far more beautiful than Candace". Owens responded on X by suggesting it might be "time to put Grandpa up in a home".

 

Alex Jones: Trump stated Jones "deserved to go bankrupt" following his legal battles over the Sandy Hook shooting.

 

Context of the Conflict

The rift within the MAGA movement has deepened as the war in Iran continues:

Ceasefire Tensions: The attacks followed Trump's announcement of a two-week ceasefire negotiated with Pakistan's help. Critics argued the move was inconsistent with his "America First" pledge to avoid foreign entanglements.

Extreme Rhetoric: Many conservative critics were particularly alarmed by Trump's recent threats, including a social media post warning that "a whole civilization will die tonight" if a deal was not reached.

Shifting Support: While older Republicans largely remain confident in Trump's decisions, polling has shown a nearly 18-point decline in confidence among some GOP voters since 2024, particularly among younger conservatives who view the conflict as a betrayal of campaign promises.