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Tucker Carlson issues mea culpa for endorsing Donald Trump

journalismApr 22, 202659324

On April 21, 2026, Tucker Carlson apologized on his podcast for campaigning for Donald Trump, saying the decision would 'torment' him 'for a long time.' Carlson said, "I want to say I'm sorry for misleading people," and framed his recent break with Trump in part around the president's war with Iran. Carlson acknowledged he played a role in helping elect Trump and said he regrets influencing viewers through that support. The apology marks a public reversal from a once-prominent Trump backer and underscores growing splits among conservative media over the Iran war.

Key Highlights

Tucker Carlson apologized on his podcast on April 21, 2026.
Carlson said he would be 'tormented' by endorsing Donald Trump.
He cited President Trump's war with Iran in explaining his break.
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