Tucker Carlson’s attorney says no one can silence him.

Tucker Carlson’s Attorney Says He Won’t Be Silenced

A Hollywood-based lawyer representing Tucker Carlson has stated that his client will not be silenced amid anonymous reports about his future. Bryan Freedman, the high-powered attorney, said in a statement to Axios that “the idea that anyone is going to silence Tucker and prevent him from speaking to his audience is beyond preposterous.”

Carlson’s Future at Fox News

Reports have claimed that Fox News has not fired Carlson and is still keeping him under contract. Carlson has not publicly addressed the matter, and a Fox News spokesperson last week didn’t comment on those reports. Freedman’s comment appears to be the first response Carlson has given in light of these reports.

Carlson’s Exit from Fox News

Carlson has only spoken out once after leaving Fox News, posting a 2-minute video in which he criticized media companies for “actively colluding to shut down” topics that do not benefit corporations or elite members of society. He also lambasted the state of the American media landscape and claimed that few outlets are focusing on topics that actually matter to people and instead choose reports and debates that have limited impact.

FOXLEAKS and Media Matters

Left-wing nonprofit Media Matters for America has released what it dubbed “FOXLEAKS,” showing Carlson making behind-the-scenes remarks to staffers—prompting Fox News to issue a cease and desist letter to the group late last week. The letter, sent to Media Matters, said that the footage of Carlson is Fox’s “confidential intellectual property” and that “Fox did not consent to its distribution or publication.”

Possible New Ventures for Carlson

Reports have emerged that Carlson is trying to start or work for another right-wing media company. It alleged, in part, that Carlson wants to “start a media empire of his own.” That same report further alleged that Carlson spoke with Twitter CEO Elon Musk about working together in the future.

Reaction to Carlson’s Departure

Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis, a possible 2024 presidential contender, responded to Fox News’ decision to part ways with the host. DeSantis told Newsmax over the weekend that Carlson’s departure was “terrible,” coming about two weeks after the network confirmed the move. No details about why Carlson left have been provided, and Carlson hasn’t issued a public comment about the matter.

Poll Shows Carlson’s Popularity

A Redfield & Wilton Strategies survey of 1,500 eligible U.S. voters found that 36 percent of Americans would “likely” or “significantly likely” watch a Carlson-hosted program.