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Tucker Carlson says he'll no longer support the Republican Party
Summary by Sugar Land News Editorial Desk Jesse Bedayn, Associated Press , as published by KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston)
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further details on Carlson's announcement can be found through KPRC 2 Houston, which reported on the commentator's statement.
A notable shift in allegiance has been expressed by Tucker Carlson, a well-known conservative commentator. He has stated that he will no longer support the Republican Party, a significant departure from his previous stance. This change of heart was revealed on a podcast, where Carlson made his intentions clear ahead of the November midterm elections.
As a longtime defender of the Republican Party, Carlson's decision is a marked reversal of his previous position. Further details on Carlson's announcement can be found through KPRC 2 Houston, which reported on the commentator's statement.
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Category: government Published: June 22, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 Houston (NBC / Click2Houston) Reading time: 1 min
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