Carlson told the Can't Be Censored podcast there was "no chance" he'd support the Republican Party and added he would not back Democrats either. He argued voters cannot support a party that places "the interests of a foreign country above those of its own citizens." He also told a livestream with Alex Jones he doesn't want to run for president in 2028 but hopes to offer "an option of some kind."
Griffin predicted Carlson may return to Republican circles once elections approach, saying he will "follow where the money is." The on-air dispute underlines deep skepticism from former allies and rivals alike over whether his break is permanent.