Tucker Carlson on Neocons vs. Trump's Iran Peace Deal, and "Hate Speech" Censorship, Plus Lindsey Graham's Primary Challenger | Ep. 1312

In this episode of The Megyn Kelly Show, Tucker Carlson delivers a scathing critique of the neoconservative establishment’s opposition to a potential U.S.-Iran peace deal, arguing that the push for military escalation is driven not by national security but by the geopolitical interests of Israel and its wealthy American backers, including Miriam Adelson and Paul Singer. He dismisses prominent conservative figures like Ben Shapiro and Mark Levin as irrelevant fringe voices, emphasizing that real influence lies with foreign-linked donors who seek to undermine pro-Trump Republicans. Carlson condemns the bipartisan effort to label criticism of Israel as 'anti-Semitic hate speech' as a direct assault on the First Amendment, calling it a tool of political control. He reflects on his own evolving views, expressing regret over uncritically endorsing Trump’s foreign policy, and calls for a return to principled, independent conservatism free from tribal loyalty to foreign agendas. The episode also explores the Republican primary challenge against Senator Lindsey Graham in South Carolina, spotlighting businessman and deacon Mark Lynch, who frames the race as a moral and spiritual battle against a politician he sees as inconsistent on life issues, war, and January 6. Lynch’s campaign gains momentum after a key endorsement and polling shifts, fueled by open primaries that allow Democratic crossover voting. Megyn Kelly enthusiastically endorses Spencer Pratt, a former reality TV star running as an independent for L.A. mayor, praising his authenticity, factual rigor, and emotional resonance after losing his home in the L.A. wildfires. Pratt’s standout performance in the mayoral debate—marked by sharp data-driven rebuttals, humor, and a viral imitation of Mayor Karen Bass’s dismissive head-shake—resonates as a refreshing alternative to political theater, symbolizing a growing public appetite for truth-telling leadership. Kelly celebrates Buckley Carlson, her uncle, as a symbol of intellectual integrity and authenticity, setting the stage for his upcoming appearance on the show.