What's happened
Tucker Carlson's recent speech at a Trump rally in Duluth, Georgia, has drawn significant backlash for its controversial analogies involving discipline and 'bad girls.' Carlson's remarks, which likened American society to a disobedient child, have sparked mockery and criticism across social media and late-night shows.
Why it matters
What the papers say
According to Joe Sommerlad from The Independent, Carlson's speech at the Turning Point USA gathering included a bizarre analogy where he stated, 'Dad comes home and he’s p***ed,' suggesting a need for discipline in society. Arwa Mahdawi from The Guardian noted that Carlson's comments reflect a troubling shift in his relationship with Trump, contrasting his previous disdain for the former president. Ariana Baio, also from The Independent, emphasized the crowd's enthusiastic response, indicating that Carlson's rhetoric resonates with MAGA supporters, despite the mockery it has received online.
How we got here
Carlson, a former Fox News host, has shifted from criticizing Trump to actively supporting him. His recent comments come just days before the election, reflecting a notable change in his public stance towards the former president.
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