Tucker Carlson to Attend Australian Freedom Conference Events

Tucker Carlson, U.S. television personality and founder of the Tucker Carlson Network, speaks at a panel session during the World Government Summit in Dubai on Feb. 12, 2024. Ryan Lim/AFP via Getty Images

Former Fox News commentator Tucker Carlson will be bringing his voice to upcoming Australian events that promise to cover a range of topics including “threats to truth, democracy and personal freedoms.”

“I’m so excited to come to Australia,” Mr. Carlson said in a video announcement promoting the Australian Freedom Conference in June, which has events scheduled for five dates across Australia’s main centres.

“Australia always seemed like a place that was very much like where we lived, though maybe a little more exotic and interesting,” he added.

The Australian Freedom Conference is the brainchild of Clive Palmer, an Australian businessman, politician, and mining magnate.

Mr. Palmer extolled Mr. Carlson’s virtues when announcing the event schedule this week.

“Tucker has long advocated that news coverage in the West can be wrongly used as a tool of repression and control,” he said.

“He believes democracy cannot function properly under these controls and the only solution to ending propaganda is fearlessly speaking the truth. I’m delighted Australia has the opportunity to hear from Tucker and our other speakers on this informative national tour.”

They will be joined at the conferences by American filmmaker Dinesh D’Souza, whose films and books deal in conservative political commentary, and Queensland GP Dr. Melissa McCann, a leading figure in the movement calling for accountability for those allegedly injured by the COVID-19 vaccine.

United Australia Party founder Clive Palmer addresses the media during a press conference in Townsville, Australia, on April 18, 2019. AAP Image/Michael Chambers

Tucker Carlson

Mr. Carlson is an American political commentator, author, and journalist. He is best known for hosting “Tucker Carlson Tonight” on the Fox News Channel and notably, interviewed Russian leader Vladimir Putin in February.

Mr. Carlson’s commentary often criticises mainstream media, and he advocates for conservative policies and challenges political correctness.

He is known for his strong opinions and willingness to engage in spirited debates with guests on his show, and he has been praised by his supporters for his boldness and criticised by others for his provocative and sometimes inflammatory remarks.

Mr. Carlson left Tucker Carlson Tonight in April 2023, by mutual consent with Fox after “agreeing to part ways.”

His new show “Tucker” is broadcast on X (formerly Twitter) and covers commentary on various political and social topics of interest.

Clive Palmer

Mr. Palmer founded the mining company Mineralogy in the 1980s, and acquired several mining assets, particularly in the iron ore sector becoming one of the wealthiest individuals in Australia as a result.

He formed the United Australia Party (UAP) in 2013 and has run for office in both state and federal elections.

Mr. Palmer has been a vocal critic of mainstream Australian politics and has advocated for policies such as reduced immigration and increased support for Australian manufacturing.

Mr. Palmer’s political career has been marked by controversy. He has been involved in legal disputes with various entities, including the Australian Taxation Office and former business partners. He has also been criticised for his lavish political campaign spending and combative style.