Episode description
Episode description
Tucker Carlson has been at the center of several contentious issues recently, particularly surrounding his allegations against Ukraine. Carlson claimed that Ukraine is selling 50% of the weapons provided by the US to Mexican cartels, a statement he could not support with evidence. This allegation was swiftly refuted by Ukraine's Foreign Ministry and the Center for Countering Disinformation, which labeled it as a lie and an old fake that Russian sources have been spreading since 2022.Ukraine's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson, Heorhii Tykhyi, denied these corruption allegations, emphasizing that multiple U.S. inspections have never revealed any exploitation of the military aid provided to Ukraine. Tykhyi also pointed out that every piece of military equipment delivered to Ukraine is tracked and monitored by independent mechanisms.
This incident is not isolated, as Carlson has previously repeated Kremlin talking points and has been criticized for spreading Russian propaganda. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky recently slammed Carlson for his actions, highlighting his close ties to Russian leaders, including an interview with Russian President Vladimir Putin in 2024.
On the front of his media ventures, Carlson is actively engaged in establishing a new media company with former White House adviser Neil Patel. This new venture aims to raise hundreds of millions of dollars and will utilize Twitter as a key platform for posting videos, including monologues, interviews, and documentaries, with extended versions available behind a paywall through a subscription service. Additionally, Carlson is set to embark on his "Tucker Carlson Live Tour," which includes stops at various venues and features discussions on current events with recognizable guests.
Carlson's interview with Putin has also generated significant discussion and debate, particularly regarding Putin's views on U.S. and NATO actions in the conflict in Ukraine. This interview, along with his other public appearances and statements, continues to highlight his influence on media and politics, albeit often controversially.
There have been no recent reports of legal or professional developments specifically involving Carlson since his exit from Fox News. However, his ongoing media ventures and public appearances continue to attract considerable attention and debate within the media and political spheres.
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