Pro-Israel group names Tucker Carlson ‘Antisemite of the Year’ over criticizing Gaza genocide

A US-based pro-Israeli advocacy group has branded journalist Tucker Carlson ‘Antisemite of the Year,’ citing his outspoken opposition to Israel’s genocidal war on Gaza and his sharp criticism of pro-Israel lobbying in Washington.

StopAntisemitism, as the group has named itself, announced the self-described designation on Sunday, faulting Carlson’s repeated use of his podcast and media appearances to express disapproval of the regime’s genocidal atrocities in Gaza and the far-and-wide political influence of pro-Israeli groups in Washington.

Carlson, whose online platform reaches out to millions, has emerged as one of the most prominent rightwing figures publicly criticizing the regime’s role in US politics since the war on Gaza began on October 7, 2023.

He has repeatedly argued that the United States was complicit in the war and has questioned the level of influence exerted by the lobbying organizations.

Among those groups, Carlson has singled out the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), describing its influence as “an ongoing humiliation ritual” for US lawmakers and the country.

He has also denounced Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu for openly boasting about his leverage over American leaders. Netanyahu is wanted by the International Criminal Court for war crimes and crimes against humanity related to the genocide that has so far claimed the lives of at least 70,937 and wounded more than 171,000 others, with women and children forming the majority of the casualties.

In a September interview with journalist Glenn Greenwald, Carlson said Netanyahu was openly claiming control over US political leadership, including President Donald Trump.

Carlson has further criticized “Christian Zionism,” describing it as a driving force behind unconditional US support for the regime.

He has argued that “Christian Zionism” poses a threat to Christianity in the United States, censuring its adherents for treating the regime’s illegitimate existence and attempts at military dominance as a “religious mandate.”

StopAntisemitism also accused Carlson of targeting pro-Israeli commentator Ben Shapiro, alleging Carlson had criticized Shapiro for prioritizing the regime, while the United States itself faced domestic challenges.

The dispute escalated over the weekend when Steve Bannon, a former White House strategist for Trump and a close ally of his, publicly criticized Shapiro at a major conservative convention. Bannon described Shapiro as “Israel First,” drawing cheers from the audience.

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StopAntisemitism’s executive director, Liora Reznichenko has openly described the group’s strategy towards critics of the regime as one of public exposure and reputational pressure.

Addressing a Jerusalem Post conference on Capitol Hill in December, she said the group sought to make critics’ statements permanently traceable online through public documentation.

Reznichenko said the group’s campaigns had so far led to at least 400 people losing their jobs, including academics, activists, and media figures.

Among those targeted by StopAntisemitism is children’s educator Rachel Griffin Accurso, widely known as Ms Rachel. The group accused her of antisemitism after she shared content highlighting the suffering of Palestinian children during the regime’s bombardment and siege of Gaza.

StopAntisemitism has repeatedly criticized Accurso for posting images of starving children and child amputees to her audience of more than 20 million.

The group has also urged US Attorney General Pam Bondi to investigate Accurso for alleged foreign funding, without presenting evidence. In contrast, Accurso was named one of Glamour magazine’s 2025 “Women of the Year” for her work in early childhood education and advocacy for children affected by war worldwide.

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