Tucker Carlson accused CBS News and radio host Mark Levin of working in lockstep to destroy Congressman Thomas Massie over his outspoken criticism of US aid to Israel. In a furious monologue, Carlson claimed Massie had become the target of a political and media machine determined to silence anyone questioning Washington's relationship with the Israeli government.
The row exploded after Massie commented on the huge sums of money pouring into his Kentucky primary race. During an interview with CBS, the congressman claimed donors linked to pro-Israel lobbying groups had spent millions attempting to defeat him politically.