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Trump Fires Back at Conservative Critics Over Iran War

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President Trump fired off a 482‑word tirade on Truth Social, blasting Tucker Carlson, Megyn Kelly, Candace Owens and Alex Jones for criticizing his Iran strategy. The post, posted on Easter Sunday, called the four “Low IQs” and accused them of souring opinion. The attack followed a wave of comments from the podcasters about the war.

The tirade came after the podcasters called the president a “unhinged super villain” and warned that the Iran war was a disaster. Trump defended his stance, noting 86 % of Republican voters support the conflict, and dismissed the critics as “losers.” He also slammed the Wall Street Journal board for labeling his Iran comments premature today.

Trump’s vitriol extended to former Fox anchor Megyn Kelly, calling her “nastily” and accusing her of mishandling his 2015 debate remarks. He also mocked Candace Owens, comparing her to France’s Brigitte Macron, and slammed Alex Jones for repeating false Sandy Hook claims. The president’s post inflamed a deeply intense media battle over the Iran conflict.

The risks sideline Trump’s media influence, as voices command viewers. Investors watch for clues about the president’s polling base, given the 86 % Republican support for the war. In Wall Street analysts note that the raucous post may dampen advertiser enthusiasm across conservative media worldwide in global and investment for over in channels.