A viral claim circulating on social media suggests that conservative commentator Tucker Carlson directly called Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu a "Nazi." However, a review of Carlson's recent statements and interviews reveals that this characterization appears to stem from a misinterpretation or exaggeration of his words. Instead, Carlson has accused Netanyahu of branding his American critics, including those opposing increased U.S. aid to Israel or involvement in potential conflicts with Iran, as Nazis or part of a "Woke Reich."
The controversy erupted in late September 2025, following Carlson's appearance on Glenn Greenwald's "System Update" podcast, where he lambasted Netanyahu for allegedly boasting about his influence over U.S. politics, including control over President Donald Trump. Carlson described this as "humiliating" for Americans, arguing that U.S. leaders are allowing a foreign nation to dictate policy decisions that harm American interests.
He further claimed Netanyahu has interfered in U.S. domestic affairs by pushing for censorship of dissenting voices and publicly attacking Americans who question Israel's policies.
