In a controversial move that highlights deepening divisions over Middle East policy, the advocacy organization StopAntisemitism has designated prominent conservative commentator Tucker Carlson as its ‘Antisemite of the Year.’ The group announced the distinction on Sunday, citing Carlson’s sustained criticism of Israel’s military operations in Gaza and his allegations regarding Israeli influence over American politics.
Carlson, who commands a substantial online audience through his digital platform, has emerged as one of the most vocal right-wing figures challenging Israel’s political sway in Washington. His critiques have intensified since Israel initiated military actions in Gaza following the October 7, 2023 attacks. The commentator has particularly targeted the American Israel Public Affairs Committee (AIPAC), characterizing its political influence as ‘an ongoing humiliation ritual’ for U.S. lawmakers and asserting American complicity in Israel’s warfare tactics.
The journalist has also directed criticism toward Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, who faces International Criminal Court arrest warrants for alleged war crimes and crimes against humanity in Gaza. Carlson claimed during a September interview that Netanyahu openly boasts about controlling U.S. political leadership, including former President Donald Trump.
Beyond political analysis, Carlson has questioned theological justifications for unwavering support of Israel, describing Christian Zionism as ‘the single biggest threat to Christianity in this country’ and labeling its adherents as ‘heretics’ for treating Israel’s military dominance as biblically mandated.
StopAntisemitism’s executive director Liora Reznichenko has articulated an aggressive strategy against critics of Israel, stating at a December conference that punishing such figures constitutes effective antisemitism prevention. The organization claims responsibility for approximately 400 individuals losing employment through targeted online campaigns.
Among those targeted is early childhood educator Rachel Griffin Accurso (known as ‘Ms. Rachel’), whom the group accused of antisemitism for sharing content about Palestinian children’s suffering in Gaza. This occurred despite Glamour magazine simultaneously recognizing Accurso as a 2025 ‘Woman of the Year’ for her advocacy work with children affected by global conflicts.
The organization’s methodology involves creating permanent digital records of accusations that ‘will follow you for the rest of your life’ through search engine optimization techniques, affecting targets’ professional and personal opportunities indefinitely.