Former Fox News figure turned new media entrepreneur, Tucker Carlson, recently tackled rumors swirling around his potential role as Donald Trump’s running mate in the 2024 election. The buzz gained momentum after reports of Melania Trump supporting Carlson surfaced, suggesting a powerful partnership.
According to Conservative Brief’s December 12, 2023 report, Melania’s advocacy for Carlson was revealed on the Clay Travis and Buck Sexton show, where Trump himself showed openness to the idea. Despite such speculations, concerns emerged within Trump’s inner circle about Carlson potentially overshadowing the former president.
Axios reported skepticism among Trump’s close associates, doubting whether Trump would choose someone who might steal the spotlight. Concerns also lingered about Carlson being uncontrollable, despite frequent conversations between the two.
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In a recent chat with Travis and Sexton, Trump expressed his admiration for Carlson, commending his common sense. However, Carlson himself seemed hesitant about diving into politics during an interview with Megyn Kelly on SiriusXM. He cited a lack of experience and a distaste for spending time with politicians.
While Carlson appreciated Trump’s stances on fewer wars and border security, he remained unsure about entering politics. Despite being approached, he questioned whether he was fit for such a role.
During a November event, Carlson made a surprising prediction about the 2024 election, suggesting it might not be a face-off between Biden and Trump. He referred to Biden as senile and highlighted Trump’s legal challenges, hinting at an unpredictable political landscape.
As the political chatter continues, Carlson’s stance on joining forces with Trump remains uncertain, leaving us to ponder the twists and turns that may unfold in the upcoming election.
