'Sorry for misleading people': Tucker Carlson expresses regret over Trump endorsement

Conservative commentator Tucker Carlson has sparked fresh debate after expressing regret over his past support for US President Donald Trump, saying he feels 'sorry for misleading people'. The remark marks a notable shift from Carlson’s earlier stance, when he was widely seen as one of Trump’s most influential media allies. In his recent comments, Carlson suggested that his previous endorsement may have shaped public opinion in ways he now questions. While he did not fully detail what prompted the change, his statement signals a moment of reflection on the role media figures play in shaping political narratives.

The development has drawn mixed reactions. Some see Carlson’s remarks as an honest reassessment, while others view it as a strategic move amid changing political dynamics. Critics argue that influential voices must be more cautious about the long-term impact of their messaging, especially when it involves national leadership.

Carlson said he expects to be 'tormented for a long time' over his role in promoting Trump during his presidential campaign. The remarks came during a news podcast 'The Tucker Carlson Show' on Monday featuring his brother, Buckley Carlson, who previously worked on Trump’s 2015 campaign speeches. "I mean you, and I, and everyone else who supported him, you wrote speeches for him, I campaigned for him. We were implicated in this for sure," Carlson said to his brother.


"It’s not enough to say ‘I changed my mind’ or ‘this is bad, I’m out,'" Carlson said on his podcast. "I want to say I’m sorry for misleading people."


Carlson has insisted that his support for Donald Trump 'was not intentional'. However, that claim has drawn skepticism. Carlson regularly reached millions of viewers on his Fox News program, as reported by Mother Jones, often shaping narratives for an audience of around 3.5 million. At his peak during the lead-up to the 2020 election, his nightly viewership reportedly exceeded 5 million, amplifying the impact of his messaging.

Carlson has faced criticism for repeatedly promoting narratives aligned with Trump, including disputed claims about voter fraud after the 2020 election and controversial rhetoric on immigration. His stance appeared to shift recently following escalating tensions involving Iran and Trump’s series of religious-themed posts on Truth Social. Carlson said the episode made 'a mockery of Christianity'.

In recent weeks, he has distanced himself further. After Trump criticized Pope Leo XIV over comments on US foreign policy, Carlson publicly pushed back, even questioning Trump’s actions during an April 15 broadcast.

Whether this signals a lasting shift in Carlson’s views or a temporary recalibration remains to be seen. But his statement has certainly reignited discussions about media influence and political endorsements.