Anti-Trump Tucker Carlson announces plans to build third political party in US
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US Conservative commentator Tucker Carlson declared his intention to assist in establishing a new third political party in the United States.
Carlson, a former Fox News host who now hosts a popular podcast, cited deep disagreements with President Donald Trump and the Republican Party—particularly over US military involvement in Iran—as the catalyst for his departure from the GOP.
Carlson, once a close ally and influential supporter of Trump, has grown increasingly critical of the administration's foreign policy decisions.
The US engagement in Iran, which escalated into a prolonged war following initial airstrikes earlier in 2026, marked a significant breaking point.
He has expressed concerns that both major parties are aligned on issues such as Middle East interventions, undermining genuine democratic choice.
In an interview with the Columbia Journalism Review, Carlson stated emphatically, “We need a third party. I’m going to help build a third party. There should be a good-faith effort to figure out what benefits the country.”
He described the current US political landscape as “a one-party state posing as a democracy” that requires disruption, emphasizing the need for an alternative focused on national interests rather than partisan solidarity on foreign policy and other matters.
The announcement reflects Carlson’s broader evolution. Having left the Republican Party in June, he has voiced frustration with what he sees as deviations from America First principles, particularly regarding endless wars and external influences.
Despite his vocal role, Carlson has explicitly ruled out running for political office himself, including any 2028 presidential bid.
Success in launching a viable third party would likely require significant organizational efforts, fundraising, and broad voter appeal, potentially drawing from disillusioned segments of the conservative base.
Carlson’s substantial media platform and audience could provide momentum, though details on structure, leadership, or specific policy platforms are not there yet.
