Alex Jones Blasts Trump as 'Rotting Husk' After President's Attacks

Far-right podcaster says he no longer supports Trump, thanks him for 'MAGA ousting'

Apr. 10, 2026 at 2:49am

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A heavily textured, abstract painting in dark red, orange, and purple hues, depicting a fragmented, distorted figure representing the former president, conveying a sense of turmoil and fracture.The former president's public feud with his once-loyal media supporters signals growing divisions within the MAGA movement.NYC Today

Alex Jones hit back at Donald Trump after the president blasted the far-right podcaster, Megyn Kelly, Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens as 'nut jobs' for criticizing him over the Iran War. Jones released a video and X post responding to Trump's criticism, saying he no longer supports the 'new Trump' and is 'thankful' the president made it clear he has 'nothing to do with him'.

Why it matters

This public feud between Trump and some of his former MAGA media allies highlights the growing divisions within the conservative movement, as Trump faces criticism from those who once staunchly supported him. It also raises questions about the future of the MAGA brand and Trump's political influence.

The details

In his response, Jones accused Trump of trying to 'make the Epstein files go away' and said the president is now prioritizing 'Never Trumpers' like Lindsey Graham and Ben Shapiro over his 'best, real supporters'. Jones said he is 'glad' Trump has 'differentiated' him from MAGA, declaring 'I'm not with you' and referring to Trump's circle as a 'sinking, burning ship'.

  • On April 9, 2026, Trump blasted Jones, Megyn Kelly, Tucker Carlson and Candace Owens as 'nut jobs' on Truth Social.
  • On April 10, 2026, Jones released a video and X post responding to Trump's criticism.

The players

Alex Jones

A far-right podcaster and founder of the conspiracy theory website InfoWars, who was once a prominent supporter of Donald Trump but has since turned against him.

Donald Trump

The former president of the United States, who is facing criticism from some of his former MAGA media allies.

Megyn Kelly

A conservative commentator who has criticized Trump.

Tucker Carlson

A conservative commentator who has criticized Trump.

Candace Owens

A conservative commentator who has criticized Trump.

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What they’re saying

“'Trump's got a big problem, and this is him panicking, trying to go after some of his best, real supporters.'”

— Alex Jones, Far-right podcaster

“'I have made it very clear that I no longer support Trump and I'm very thankful to him for making it clear that I have nothing to do with him.'”

— Alex Jones, Far-right podcaster

The takeaway

This public feud between Trump and his former MAGA media allies highlights the growing divisions within the conservative movement, as Trump faces criticism from those who once staunchly supported him. It raises questions about the future of the MAGA brand and Trump's political influence.