What A Day The GOP's Anti-Semitic Turn
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Nov 3, 2025 
In this episode, Robert Draper, a New York Times journalist specializing in the American right, delves into the troubling dynamics of contemporary conservatism. He discusses the controversial friendship between Tucker Carlson and white supremacist Nick Fuentes, highlighting how Carlson's soft approach has sparked a rift within the GOP. Draper also examines Fuentes's rise despite deplatforming and questions the ramifications of mainstreaming antisemitism in conservative circles. Plus, they tackle the implications of a possible government shutdown and Trump's foreign policy statements.
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Fuentes' Mainstream Surge
- Nick Fuentes is a rising white nationalist who went from marginal figure to mainstream attention after recent high-profile interactions.
- His views include explicit antisemitism and calls for violence, and his reach has grown via restored platforms and influencer attention.
From Suburban Kid To Provocateur
- Robert Draper recounts Fuentes' origins as a camera-ready suburban kid who gained attention after 2017 Charlottesville.
- Draper says Fuentes spoke in full paragraphs and used outrageousness to cut through noise and gain followers.
Key Moments That Revived Fuentes
- Draper recounts Fuentes' comeback via Kanye West, a Mar-a-Lago dinner, and Elon Musk restoring his Twitter account.
- Those moments lifted Fuentes from the margins and expanded his online following to over a million.