Fox News television host and conservative political commentator Tucker Carlson came under fire after a defamation lawsuit against Fox News revealed several of Carlson’s private texts. While the majority of these messages weren’t exactly groundbreaking, a few stood out as rather shocking. Notably, the ones between Carlson and former U.S. president Donald J. Trump.“On a scale of North Korea to America, how free are u 2 to go out tonight?” Carlson texted.

Trump, likely taken aback, reflected with, “How’s the weather?”

“It’s windy outside, but the only thing blowing me away is u <3,” Carlson responded.

After a few hours, Trump replied with, “Fine, but this CANNOT get out.”

The content of these messages has since sparked a good deal of controversy, with Carlson himself vehemently denying their validity. 

“Any evidence that I have feelings for Donald Trump is strictly circumstantial,” Carlson stated in response to the leaked messages. Fox News backed Carlson up on the matter, claiming that the texts had been “cherry-picked.”

However, many are skeptical about Carlson’s claims as, despite the absurdity of the texts, they aren’t exactly unbelievable. Carlson has a history of supporting Trump through thick and thin on Tucker Carlson Tonight, so it’s not impossible that Carlson harbors more feelings for Trump than simply respect and admiration.

Additionally, Trump, who is usually very vocal on social media, has yet to make a public response to the situation, leading many to believe that the former president is attempting to save face in the wake of the controversy.

Baffled onlookers eagerly await a response from Trump, which could either clear the air or condemn both Carlson and Trump. However, some are beginning to worry that the truth might never be fully revealed.