"Tucker Carlson's Christian Presidential Forum Takes a Surprising Turn Towards Putin"

Tucker Carlson, the former Fox News host, turned the Family Leadership conference in Iowa into a showcase for Putin, shifting the focus from Christian values to Russia's invasion of Ukraine. Carlson interviewed Republican presidential hopefuls, including Mike Pence, and downplayed Russia's role in the conflict while criticizing Ukraine. The event, meant to highlight social issues like abortion and transgender rights, instead became a platform for Carlson's confrontational style and isolationist views. Many participants expressed disappointment with the shift in focus.