Trump Criticizes Conservative Pundits for 'Low IQs'

Former president calls out Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly, and others in scathing Truth Social post

Apr. 10, 2026 at 12:51am

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In a lengthy Truth Social post, former President Donald Trump harshly criticized several conservative pundits and media personalities, including Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly, Candace Owens, and Alex Jones, accusing them of having 'low IQs' and being 'losers' who are trying to sabotage his MAGA agenda. Trump claimed these individuals have turned against him for financial gain and attention, abandoning their previous conservative stances.

Why it matters

Trump's attacks on prominent conservative voices highlight the ongoing divisions within the Republican party and the America First movement. The former president's willingness to publicly criticize and disparage those he sees as disloyal or opportunistic underscores the intense loyalty he demands from his supporters, even as some high-profile figures have broken ranks.

The details

In his Truth Social post, Trump accused the targeted pundits of being 'Jew-hating, pro-Islamist, communist sympathizers' who have turned against him for financial gain and attention. He claimed they were once 'pro-Israel, pro-capitalism, anti-Islamic, and pro-Trump' but have since changed their positions. Trump singled out specific comments and actions by each individual, such as Carlson's college struggles, Kelly's 'Rosie O'Donnell' question, Owens' claims about the French first lady, and Jones' 'horrendous attack' on Sandy Hook families.

  • Trump posted the lengthy criticism on his Truth Social platform on April 10, 2026.

The players

Donald Trump

The former president of the United States who is known for his brash and confrontational communication style, particularly towards those he perceives as disloyal or critical of him.

Tucker Carlson

A prominent conservative television host and political commentator who was previously fired from Fox News.

Megyn Kelly

A former Fox News host who had a high-profile confrontation with Trump during the 2016 presidential campaign.

Candace Owens

A conservative political commentator and activist who has made controversial statements about public figures.

Alex Jones

A far-right radio show host and conspiracy theorist who was ordered to pay millions in damages for his false claims about the Sandy Hook school shooting.

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What they’re saying

“I know why Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly, Candace Owens, and Alex Jones have all been fighting me for years, especially by the fact that they think it is wonderful for Iran, the Number One State Sponsor of Terror, to have a Nuclear Weapon — Because they have one thing in common, Low IQs. They're stupid people, they know it, their families know it, and everyone else knows it, too!”

— Donald Trump, Former President

What’s next

The former president's attacks on conservative pundits are likely to further inflame tensions within the Republican party and the broader conservative movement. It remains to be seen how these individuals and their supporters will respond to Trump's scathing criticism.

The takeaway

Trump's willingness to publicly attack and disparage fellow conservatives who he perceives as disloyal or opportunistic underscores the intense loyalty he demands from his base. This episode highlights the deep divisions within the Republican party and the challenges the party may face in uniting around a common agenda.