Tucker Carlson has officially announced his intention to help build a new third party after a highly public and bitter break with President Donald Trump and the Republican Party over U.S. foreign policy.

 

Tucker Carlson REVEALS he's starting a THIRD PARTY to CHALLENGE Republicans

Tucker Carlson has officially announced his intention to help build a new third party after a highly public and bitter break with President Donald Trump and the Republican Party over U.S. foreign policy.

Carlson confirmed his plans in an interview published by the Columbia Journalism Review. He declared that the United States has devolved into "a one-party state posing as a democracy" where both major parties act in lockstep solidarity.

Core Motives Behind the Split

• The Iran War: Carlson aggressively turned against President Trump following the launch of U.S. airstrikes in February 2026, which escalated into a months-long war with Iran.
• Foreign Policy Gridlock: He accused the Republican party of prioritizing foreign interests—specifically pointing to U.S.-Israel policy—over the immediate welfare of American citizens.
• Economic Discontent: Carlson expressed frustration that neither party addresses domestic decline, stating that the government should focus on "safer streets, better schools, and stronger communities".
• Public Apology: He previously issued an on-air apology to his audience, stating he would be "tormented" by his past role in helping elect Donald Trump.

Key Details of the New Party

• No Personal Candidacy: Carlson explicitly stated, "I don't want to be a candidate," confirming he intends to build the infrastructure rather than run for office.
• Potential Allies: Former Congresswoman Marjorie Taylor Greene simultaneously announced she is in talks to launch a "true America-focused party," though it remains unclear if their efforts will officially merge.
• The Backlash: President Trump heavily criticized the move on Truth Social, firing back at Carlson by labeling him a "nut job" and a "hand flailing fool".