Washington, D.C. – In a surprising twist within the pro-Trump media sphere, several influential allies of President Donald Trump are voicing disagreement over his response to the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. The criticism comes as President Trump hints at potential U.S. military involvement in the Middle Eastern conflict.
The rift emerged a day after Israel launched an attack on Iran, with former Fox News host Tucker Carlson expressing strong objections in a newsletter titled "An Act of War, Sponsored by the United States." Carlson further discussed his views with former Trump advisor Steve Bannon on Bannon's War Room podcast. President Trump responded sharply on Truth Social, asserting, "Somebody please explain to kooky Tucker Carlson that, IRAN CAN NOT HAVE A NUCLEAR WEAPON!"
This response has sparked defense of Carlson from multiple pro-Trump influencers, marking a rare division among the president's media supporters. Commentator Candace Owens criticized Trump's stance on social media, declaring, "Donald Trump just completely fractured his base. Truly unbelievable." Similarly, Rep. Marjorie Taylor-Greene, R-Ga., defended Carlson, criticizing foreign interventions that, she believes, "put America last."
InfoWars host Alex Jones, known for promoting conspiracy theories, also chimed in, arguing that Trump's rebuke of Carlson should not be supported by any rational person. Meanwhile, Daniel Silverman, a professor at Carnegie Mellon University, noted the openness of this disagreement, highlighting that Carlson has consistently opposed military confrontations with Iran since the first Trump administration.
A recent YouGov/Economist poll reveals that 60% of Americans, regardless of political affiliation, oppose U.S. military involvement in the Israel-Iran conflict. In Congress, lawmakers such as Thomas Massie, R-Ky., Ro Khanna, D-Calif., and Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-N.Y. are proposing measures to ensure congressional approval is required before any military intervention takes place.
Despite the backlash, some right-wing influencers remain steadfast in their support for Trump. Activist Laura Loomer insists, "America First is whatever President Trump says it is," while Charlie Kirk, a key figure in Trump's election campaign efforts, expressed his trust in the president's decisions.
Jack Posobiec, another prominent figure, warned that regime change wars could fracture the MAGA Coalition, suggesting that Trump's rhetoric might be strategically beneficial domestically. Vice President JD Vance added his support on social media, affirming that Trump is focused on achieving the American people's goals with military actions.
Major right-wing media outlets continue to back President Trump's support of Israel, viewing him as a decisive leader influencing not only U.S. politics but also the fate of the Middle East. However, discussions on the prospect of deploying troops remain tentative.
President Trump escalated his rhetoric on social media by targeting Iran's supreme leader and demanding "UNCONDITIONAL SURRENDER," indicating a potential intensification of U.S. involvement in the conflict. The coming days will likely reveal more about the U.S. position and the unity or division within the pro-Trump media landscape.
