Vance defends Tucker Carlson friendship despite calls to distance himself

Vice President JD Vance defended his friendship with former Fox News host Tucker Carlson over his anti-Israel comments, even as calls grow for Vance to distance himself to prepare for a potential 2028 White House run.

Vance defends Tucker Carlson friendship despite calls to distance himself

TL;DR

  • Vice President JD Vance defended his friendship with Tucker Carlson.
  • Vance stated he disagrees with some of Carlson's anti-Israel comments and his remarks about the U.S. President.
  • Calls are increasing for Vance to distance himself from Carlson, especially concerning a potential 2028 White House run.
  • Vance previously addressed the Republican Jewish Coalition, denouncing antisemitism but not disavowing Carlson.