Tucker Carlson unveils 10-point manifesto amid growing 2028 presidential buzz

WASHINGTON, DC: Tucker Carlson just rolled out a 10-point political manifesto that lays out his ideas for where America should go next.

He's got people talking about a possible 2028 presidential run, though he didn’t make anything official. Instead, in a long online speech, he spent about ninety minutes sharing his vision for the country, and he didn’t hold back from criticizing both Democrats and Republicans.

Tucker Carlson outlines 10 priorities for America's future

Carlson posted the speech on X (formerly Twitter) on Wednesday, August 5, writing, “Our political system has collapsed into paralysis and looting. Change is coming. Here's what America should be.”

He’s also toying with the idea of launching a third political party, working alongside former Rep Marjorie Taylor Greene and Rep Thomas Massie, which only adds to the rumors and speculation about his next steps.

Carlson’s manifesto tackled a mix of topics: government transparency, immigration, manufacturing, education, and foreign policy.

Right from the start, he insisted that everyone, from presidents and federal agents to everyday citizens, should answer to the same laws. He brought up Jeffrey Epstein, saying his case shows how a privileged “Epstein class” manages to escape consequences. He didn’t hold back on foreign policy. 

Carlson accused Israel of pressuring the US into the war with Iran and pushed for cutting foreign influence in American politics.

On the economy, he pointed out his frustration with its focus on finance, real estate speculation, and weapons manufacturing, arguing instead for more investment in farming, manufacturing, and trades that require real skills.

Tucker Carlson talks of greater government transparency

Carlson also called for reviving American cities, blaming rising crime, graffiti, and dr*g use for making urban life less appealing.

On health, he supported HHS Secretary Robert F Kennedy Jr’s food agenda, encouraged sobriety, and didn’t hold back in criticizing the heavy use of prescription medications like Xanax, Adderall, and SSRIs.

He pushed for more transparency in government, insisting it’s time to declassify documents on major events, like the JFK assassination and the September 11 attacks.

For schools, Carlson thought they should get back to teaching practical skills and acknowledge clear differences between men and women. He believed the US owes apologies and restitution for civilian deaths in wars. He also wanted to undo Trump’s move to rename the Defense Department as the “Department of War” and to stop funding foreign allies he accused of genocide.

On immigration, Carlson said the US should pause all immigration until the impacts of artificial intelligence are better understood. He demanded an end to benefits for undocumented immigrants and argued that English should be the only language used in federal documents and on ballots.

White House pushes back

Trump’s White House hit back at Carlson on Wednesday, following the former Fox News host's meeting with Greene and Massie over the weekend to plot their new party. Greene and Massie have openly criticized the Trump administration, especially over the Iran conflict and how officials dealt with the Epstein files.

“The President is committed to maintaining Republican majorities in Congress and continuing to lower costs for working families. Meanwhile, this photo represents an embarrassing collection of mostly whiny turncoats who dramatically overestimate their influence and relevance,” White House spokesperson Davis Ingle said of an image of the meeting Greene shared on social media.