Overview

• Tucker Carlson and Chris Cuomo, both ousted from their previous networks, engage in a one-on-one conversation on NewsNation, airing Monday at 8 p.m. Eastern.
• The discussion covers Carlson's exit from Fox News, his controversial interview with Vladimir Putin, and his views on the January 6 Capitol insurrection.
• Critics question the decision to give Carlson airtime, citing his recent interview with Putin and connections to conspiracy theorist Alex Jones.
• Carlson's first national TV interview since leaving Fox News in April 2023 is part of Cuomo's effort to engage with newsmakers who are under scrutiny or out of favor.
• Cuomo, who joined NewsNation in 2022, aims to provide a platform for open dialogue, reflecting a range of ideas and the need for change.