Political commentator Megyn Kelly has publicly criticized Fox News for its treatment of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. This development comes amid ongoing tensions between certain conservative figures and the network.
Kelly, a former Fox News anchor, stated on her podcast that Fox News has effectively banned Kirk from appearing on the network due to his support for Tucker Carlson. Kelly claims that although Fox News personalities have been friendly with Kirk, network leadership has deliberately kept him off the air.
Charlie Kirk is the co-founder and CEO of Turning Point USA, and has been absent from Fox News programming since early 2023, following Carlson’s departure from the network. In a December 2023 interview, Kirk himself noted this absence, stating, “You just look at Grabien — no Charlie Kirk for nine months, right?”
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Kirk has been a vocal supporter of both Tucker Carlson and President Donald Trump. Some observers suggest that this alignment may have contributed to his reduced presence on Fox News. The network has faced similar allegations regarding other pro-Trump figures in recent years.
Fox News has previously denied claims of banning certain individuals. However, a lawsuit filed by former Fox News producer Abby Grossberg in 2023 alleged that the network maintained a “banned list” of guests. Fox News described these claims as “baseless” at the time.
Kelly emphasized Kirk’s independence and his ability to build his own platform outside of traditional media channels. This raises important questions about the relationship between established media networks and emerging conservative voices.
While some view Fox News’ actions as an attempt to control its messaging, others may see it as editorial discretion. The evidence suggests that this situation reflects ongoing debates within conservative media about representation and alignment with various political figures.
This is a developing story, and we will continue to monitor it for further developments.
