Trump, Carlson feud erupts over Iran and Hormuz post

Former U.S. President Donald Trump publicly attacked conservative commentator Tucker Carlson on Tuesday, April 7, 2026, escalating a dispute tied to Trump’s recent remarks about Iran and the Strait of Hormuz. Trump described Carlson as a “low IQ person” and a “fool,” according to the exchange described in the source material.

The clash followed Carlson’s criticism of Trump’s Easter Sunday social media post about Iran. During a podcast monologue, Carlson, identified as a former Fox News host, called the post “vile,” objecting to its tone and content as the conflict involving Iran continues.

Carlson’s objections centered on language in Trump’s post that threatened Iranian leaders with “living in Hell” if they did not reopen the Strait of Hormuz. The post also ended with the phrase “Praise be to Allah,” which Carlson highlighted in his condemnation.

Trump’s comments on April 7 were made in response to a question from New York Post reporter Caitlin Doorbons, the source material said. In that exchange, Trump said he no longer communicates with Carlson and added that he prefers to “deal with smart people, not fools.”

The dispute is unfolding amid broader backlash from some conservative figures over Trump’s rhetoric and actions connected to the ongoing conflict with Iran. The conflict began with U.S. and Israeli strikes in late February, according to the source material, and has since become a flashpoint for internal political criticism as well as international concern.

The human toll described in the source material is significant: thousands have reportedly died in Iran, hundreds of American troops have been injured, and at least 13 U.S. service members have been killed. Those figures have been cited as part of the wider criticism directed at Trump’s handling of the situation.

Other conservative personalities have also voiced strong objections. The source material said Alex Jones and Candace Owens were among those criticizing Trump, with some critics calling for Trump’s removal from office.

Beyond U.S. domestic politics, the conflict has affected global markets through energy supply risks. Iran’s blockage of the Strait of Hormuz has disrupted global oil supplies, the source material said, intensifying concerns about a broader regional escalation and adding pressure to a key maritime chokepoint used for international energy trade.