Tucker Carlson denies book’s claim of Ron DeSantis confronting his dog.
Former Fox News Host Tucker Carlson Denies Claims That Ron DeSantis Assaulted His Dog
In a new book by author Michael Wolff titled “The Fall: The End of Fox News and the Murdoch Dynasty,” it is alleged that Republican Florida Governor Ron DeSantis pushed and possibly even kicked Tucker Carlson’s dog. However, Carlson is pushing back against these claims.
The book describes how Fox News urged Carlson to stay “open-minded” about DeSantis, who was favored by Fox News founder Rupert Murdoch. Carlson invited DeSantis over for lunch, but the experience caused tension between them. According to the book, DeSantis had a lack of social awareness and drew the ire of Carlson’s wife.
The book excerpt describes the alleged incident:
“Ron DeSantis sat at her table talking in an outdoor voice indoors, failing to observe any basics of conversational ritual or propriety, reeling off an unself-conscious list of his programs and initiatives and political accomplishments. Impersonal, cold, uninterested in anything outside of himself. The Carlsons are dog people with four spaniels, the progeny of other spaniels they have had before, who sleep in their bed. DeSantis pushed the dog under the table. Had he kicked the dog? Susie Carlson’s judgment was clear: She did not ever want to be anywhere near anybody like that ever again. Her husband agreed. DeSantis, in Carlson’s view, was a ‘fascist.'”
However, Tucker Carlson quickly refuted these claims:
“This is absurd,” Mr. Carlson said in a statement to Insider. “He never touched my dog, obviously.”
Mr. Carlson also disputed the incident in a statement to Daily Wire, calling it “totally made up” and “ridiculous.”
The DeSantis campaign has also denied the claim made in the book.
“The totality of that story is absurd and false,” DeSantis campaign communications director Andrew Romeo told RealClearNews on Wednesday. “Some will say or write anything to attack Ron DeSantis because they know he presents a threat to their worldview. But rest assured that as president the one thing he will squarely kick is the DC elitists in both parties either under or over the table, and that’s why they are so desperately fighting back.”
Author’s Past Work Challenged
The sourcing for this alleged altercation between Carlson’s dog and DeSantis is unclear. In the blurb for Wolff’s book, publisher Macmillan claims he had “unprecedented access to the Murdoch family and key players in the world of Fox.” However, the excerpt published by New York Magazine provides little information on how Wolff obtained this disputed account.
Wolff’s previous work has faced scrutiny. Fact-checking site Politifact noted factual errors in his book “Fire and Fury: Inside the Trump White House.” Trump White House Press Secretary Sarah Huckabee-Sanders criticized the book, calling it “completely tabloid gossip full of false and fraudulent claims.” President Trump himself denounced the book as “full of lies.”
NTD News reached out to Wolff for comment, but he did not respond.
From NTD News
What does this controversy raise in terms of the role of journalists and news organizations in maintaining impartiality and journalistic ethics
Om/news/tucker-carlson-denies-ron-desantis-assaulted-dog” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>statement to The Daily Wire, calling it a “total fabrication.”
The allegations made in Wolff’s book have generated controversy and speculation. Some have questioned the credibility of the claims, suggesting that they may be politically motivated or exaggerated for dramatic effect.
Ron DeSantis has not publicly responded to the accusations regarding his alleged mistreatment of Tucker Carlson’s dog. However, his spokesperson released a tweet stating, “These claims are baseless and ridiculous. Governor DeSantis has always been an advocate for animal welfare.”
The controversy surrounding this incident highlights the convergence of politics, media, and personal relationships. It raises questions about the role of journalists and news organizations in maintaining impartiality and journalistic ethics in the face of personal connections and affiliations.
As for the Carlsons, their response to the allegations has been firm and united. They have stated that they do not believe the claims made in the book and have expressed their continued support for Governor DeSantis.
It remains to be seen how this controversy will impact the reputation and public perception of those involved. However, it serves as a reminder of the power of words and allegations in shaping public opinion and the importance of discernment and critical thinking in consuming and analyzing media.
References
- The Epoch Times: Tucker Carlson Speaks Out on Fox News, Reveals What He Will ‘Never’ Do Again
- The Epoch Times: Body Language
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