Trump Attacks Carlson, Owens, and Shapiro in Fiery Rant
Translated from Polish, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.
TLDR
- Donald Trump harshly criticized conservative commentators Tucker Carlson, Candace Owens, and Ben Shapiro, labeling them "low IQ," "overrated," and "mentally ill."
- Trump's attacks were partly a response to their criticism of his stance on the war with Iran and his perceived desire for Iran to possess nuclear weapons.
- The former president also targeted Alex Jones, mocking his financial ruin after Sandy Hook defamation lawsuits, and criticized Owens for her comments about Brigitte Macron.
Donald Trump has once again unleashed a barrage of insults against prominent conservative figures, this time targeting Tucker Carlson, Candace Owens, and Ben Shapiro. In a statement posted on his platform, Trump didn't hold back, calling Carlson "low IQ" and "overrated," and describing Owens as "Truly Stupid and sick."
It's simple! Tucker is a low IQ person – always easy to defeat and very overrated!!! Same as Megyn Kelly, "Candace" (Truly Stupid and sick!), and bankrupt Alex Jones, who is completely "fried." There are others too! We also have those who are VERY GOOD, truly MAGA and intelligent. I should make a list of the good, the bad, and (those who are) somewhere in between. Wouldn't that be fascinating??? President DJT
This latest outburst appears to stem from a growing rift within the right-wing media landscape, particularly concerning Trump's hawkish stance on Iran and his controversial remarks about nuclear proliferation. Trump accused these commentators of having "low IQ" and being "stupid people" who would say anything for a cheap audience, suggesting their criticism of his foreign policy was misguided. He specifically took aim at Carlson, questioning his intelligence and suggesting he needed psychiatric help, while also bringing up Carlson's departure from Fox News and his past financial struggles.
I know why they attacked me for years, thinking it would be great if Iran – the world's biggest sponsor of terrorism – had nuclear weapons – because they have one thing in common – low IQ
Trump's attacks extend beyond mere political disagreement; they delve into personal insults and public humiliation. He went after Candace Owens for her controversial remarks about French First Lady Brigitte Macron, even suggesting Macron should win her lawsuit against Owens. Similarly, Alex Jones, the conspiracy theorist known for his Sandy Hook hoax claims, was mocked for his "stupidest" words and his subsequent financial ruin, with Trump stating it was good that Jones "lost all of his fortune."
These so-called experts are losers and will remain losers forever.
From our perspective at Rzeczpospolita, this internal conflict within the American conservative movement is fascinating, if not concerning. While Western media might frame this as a simple spat between personalities, for us, it reflects deeper divisions and the often-unpredictable nature of political discourse. Trump's willingness to attack allies, especially those who have previously supported him, raises questions about loyalty and the future direction of the MAGA movement. The intensity of these personal attacks, particularly against figures who command significant followings, suggests a deep-seated animosity and a struggle for dominance within the conservative sphere. It’s a drama that, while seemingly internal to American politics, has ripples that reach across the globe, influencing how political movements are perceived internationally.
It's time to send grandpa home.
Originally published by Rzeczpospolita in Polish. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.