Ben Shapiro Criticizes Tucker Carlson for Hosting Nick Fuentes
Ben Shapiro sharply condemned Tucker Carlson, accusing the former Fox News host of “normalizing Nazism” by giving a platform to white nationalist Nick Fuentes.
Shapiro’s Accusations Against Carlson
In a detailed monologue titled “Tucker Carlson Sabotages America,” Shapiro argued this issue is not about free speech. He labeled Carlson:
- “An intellectual coward”
- “A dishonest interlocutor”
- “A terrible friend”
- The “most virulent super-spreader of vile ideas in America”
Shapiro accused Carlson of acting as “an ideological launderer,” who softens hateful rhetoric from figures like Fuentes to make their views palatable within the Republican Party.
Heritage Foundation’s Response
The Heritage Foundation, through President Kevin Roberts, robustly defended Carlson's interview with Fuentes. Roberts called Carlson a “close ally” of the conservative organization.
Kevin Roberts condemned those seeking to “cancel” Carlson, describing them as a “venomous coalition” aiming to divide the movement.
Shapiro was outraged by Roberts’ stance, highlighting that Roberts publicly claimed no action could sever Carlson’s ties with the conservative movement.
Summary
Ben Shapiro sharply criticized Tucker Carlson for legitimizing extremist views through his interview with Nick Fuentes, warning about the dangerous influence on conservative politics despite support from the Heritage Foundation.