A recent poll revealed a sharp decline in Tucker Carlson's popularity among Republicans, with his net favorability rating dropping 47 points to just +7.

The YouGov survey, conducted March 26-30 for the University of Massachusetts Lowell Center for Public Opinion, polled 1,000 U.S. adults with a margin of error of plus or minus 4.05 percentage points. Among Republicans and GOP-leaning independents, 31 percent viewed Carlson favorably and 24 percent unfavorably, resulting in the +7 net figure. This marked a steep fall from +54 in March 2024, when Carlson enjoyed stronger support within the party.

In contrast, President Donald Trump's net favorability stood at +61 among the same group, with 77 percent favorable and 16 percent unfavorable. This gave Trump a 54-point advantage over Carlson in the eyes of Republican voters. CNN data analyst Harry Enten described Carlson's trajectory as an "absolute free fall among the GOP," highlighting the stark comparison on air.

The poll comes amid a public feud between the former Fox News host and Trump. Carlson, once a close ally who frequently hosted the president on his program, has emerged as a vocal critic of Trump's decision to launch military strikes against Iran. The operations, aimed at preventing Tehran from developing nuclear weapons, have drawn opposition from Carlson and figures like Megyn Kelly, Candace Owens, and Alex Jones.

Carlson has accused Trump of being a "slave to Israel" and questioned U.S. involvement in the conflict. Trump responded sharply on Truth Social on April 9, labeling Carlson a "broken man" who never recovered from his 2023 firing at Fox News. He called Carlson and similar critics "nutjobs," "troublemakers," and individuals with "low IQ." Carlson's network capitalized on the exchange by selling merchandise featuring the insults.

Nationally, Carlson fares worse, with 17 percent favorable and 38 percent unfavorable. Trump also trails overall at 36 percent favorable to 54 percent unfavorable. The survey predates Trump's attacks by about two weeks, suggesting Carlson's standing could erode further.

Analysts attribute the shift to Carlson's divergence from mainstream GOP views on foreign policy, particularly support for Israel's security and countering Iran's nuclear ambitions. Republican voters appear to prioritize loyalty to Trump, who commands overwhelming backing within the party despite broader national challenges.