The MAGA breakup: Why Tucker Carlson turned on Trump

About this episode

The episode discusses the end of the relationship between Tucker Carlson and Donald Trump and its implications for the MAGA movement.

It was a relationship that saw both Donald Trump and Tucker Carlson rise to power. Now, the Tucker-Trump bromance is officially over. Conservative media powerhouse Tucker Carlson has offered an apology to voters for backing the president, as their relationship turned sour. Today, Jason Zengerle, staff writer for the New Yorker, on the end of Tucker and Trump – and what it means for the MAGA movement.   If you enjoy 7am , the best way you can support us is by making a contribution at 7ampodcast.com.au/support .   Socials: Stay in touch with us on Instagram Guest: Staff writer for the New Yorker, Jason Zengerle Photo:  EPA/JUSTIN LANE See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

People in this episode

Guest: Jason Zengerle

Topics covered

• Tucker Carlson
• Donald Trump
• MAGA movement
• conservative media
• political relationships

Keywords

• Tucker Carlson
• Donald Trump
• MAGA
• politics
• conservative media

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Organizations: New Yorker, 7am, Solstice Media

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