On Monday, the sudden departure of Tucker Carlson from Fox News was met with speculation and controversy. However, his longtime colleague and fellow Fox News host, Greg Gutfeld, appears to be standing by Carlson’s side during this difficult time.
Gutfeld, who hosts his own show on Fox News, took to social media on Wednesday to defend Carlson against criticism from their colleague, Geraldo Rivera. Rivera had spoken out against Carlson’s theories, calling them “bullsh*t” and accusing former President Trump of inciting an insurrection. In response, Gutfeld tweeted that Rivera was a “class act” and a “real man of the people,” in what seemed to be a clear rebuke of Rivera’s comments about Carlson.
This tweet quickly went viral, with many Fox News viewers rallying behind Gutfeld and Carlson. In fact, Gutfeld’s support for Carlson has even sparked speculation about the 2024 presidential race, with Gutfeld jokingly suggesting that Carlson might run against Susan Rice.
It’s not just Gutfeld who has come to Carlson’s defense, either. Former Fox News anchor Megyn Kelly recently spoke out against accusations of Carlson promoting white supremacist ideology. Kelly called out left-wing commentator Keith Olbermann for comparing Carlson to a Nazi.
Overall, it’s clear that Carlson’s departure from Fox News has caused a stir within the network and among viewers. However, Gutfeld and Kelly’s support for Carlson shows that he still has allies in the industry and that his controversial views continue to resonate with a certain audience.
Gutfeld jokes about Tucker running for president against Susan Rice in 2024.
Awkward laugh from the panel.pic.twitter.com/iyNl0o7cII
— Citizen Free Press (@CitizenFreePres) April 26, 2023
You’re a class act Geraldo. A real man of the people. https://t.co/20LOwVzXwS
— GregGutfeld (@greggutfeld) April 26, 2023
