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Tucker Carlson says he'll no longer support the Republican Party
By Jesse Bedayn | The Associated Press at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories
· June 22, 2026
· 1 min read
Longtime conservative commentator Tucker Carlson said on a podcast that “there’s no chance I would support the Republican Party” ahead of the November midterm elections, dismissing the political affiliation he’s defended as a pundit for decades, including as one of Fox News Channel’s most popular...
Why this matters in Frisco News
Tucker Carlson's declaration that he will no longer support the Republican Party may have implications for local voters in Frisco , where the party has traditionally held significant influence. As a community within the Dallas-Fort Worth area, Frisco's residents have often leaned conservative, and the Republican Party has maintained a strong presence in local politics. Carlson's comments, however, suggest a growing disillusionment with the party among some of its longtime supporters, which could potentially shift the local political landscape. With the November midterm elections approaching, it will be interesting to see how Carlson's words resonate with Frisco voters and whether they will impact the local Republican Party's ability to mobilize support. The city's voters may be watching to see how local Republican leaders respond to Carlson's criticisms and whether they will be able to maintain their traditional base of support.
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Category: government ·
Published: June 22, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories ·
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What is this story about? Longtime conservative commentator Tucker Carlson said on a podcast that “there’s no chance I would support the Republican Party” ahead of the November midterm elections, dismissing the political affiliation he’s defended as a pundit for decades, including as one of Fox News Channel’s most popular...
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