Last Updated on February 13, 2024
On Tuesday, Matt Walsh of The Daily Wire came out sporting the blue, white–and red.
“Foreign aid, by definition, is taxation without representation,” said Walsh on X. “Taxpayers are funding foreign governments without any say in how the funds are used. This country was literally formed to stop that sort of injustice. The whole system of foreign aid is corrupt, immoral, and evil.”
And he didn’t stop there.
When asked by account “Christ Gnosis” if “we should stop all funding to Israel.” He replied, “Yes. All countries.”
Yes. All countries.
— Matt Walsh (@MattWalshBlog) February 13, 2024
The actions of neoconservative and corporate conservatives have recently shown, at least, a minor tint of the America First agenda portrayed by famous paleoconservative Patrick J. Buchanan and attempted to be implemented by former President Donald Trump.
Another from The Daily Wire, conservative’s favorite Candace Owens, was, at first, reluctant to acknowledge what was crippling the movement. In a post to a National File reporter, she reluctantly dismissed the #BanTheADL campaign.
I dunno— the only logical conclusion must be a conspiracy theory. I must be fighting with Matt and Jeremy or working directly with the ADL.
If I don’t tweet everything that they tweet at the exact moment that they tweet it, those are the only two logical theories I can think… https://t.co/ZVVAFojxB2
— Candace Owens (@RealCandaceO) September 4, 2023
After the Oct. 7 attack against Israel, the awakenings and realizations seemed to occur heavily on the true MAGA right, particularly the intellectuals of America First. But as for commentators and influencers, The Daily Wire has shown more “recognition” than any other outlet.
"The lip of truth shall be established for ever: But a lying tongue is but for a moment."
Proverbs 12:19
— Candace Owens (@RealCandaceO) February 12, 2024
Candace Owens has been outspoken against Israel and its mysterious relationship with the United States. She may be obscure at times as her fellow employee at The Daily Wire, Ben Shapiro, has harassed and threatened her for her America First and pro-Christian stances.
Candace Owens tweets verses from the Bible and Ben Shapiro invites her to resign from her job. Why do these people hate Christians so much? pic.twitter.com/WcRs63z0yT
— Way of the World (@wayotworld) November 15, 2023
The tide seems to be turning towards America’s roots as more and more mainstream conservatives are starting to hark back to the ideals of Christianity and policies solely dedicated to the nation. Owens has continued the pressure since last fall and remains a prominent voice with 4.7 million followers on X.
I watched them blow up children when negotiations were still on the table
It’s weird when Biden has a bigger heart than Shapiro – Ben has become a monster https://t.co/pKOxdYWBbL
— E (@ElijahSchaffer) February 12, 2024
Other commentators, including Elijah Shaffer and Cassandra MacDonald of The Gateway Pundit, have also signaled to Ameria First and Interventional. The dominant dialogue has been greatly suppressed after waves of bans on X. Still, others at The Daily Wire maintain the status quo.
To "Ukraine, Gaza, and Taiwan." Charlie, be serious.
This is getting to be pretty cringe. https://t.co/evvnr127m9
— Cassandra MacDonald (@CassandraRules) February 13, 2024
Michael Knowles and Andrew Klaven maintain a “soft” neoconservatism to their commentary, abstaining from criticism of Israel or the promotion of nonintervention. As for Owens, she has been pressuring the corporate narrative, presenting her faith in Christianity and being open to other more nuanced interpretations.
America First Candace Owens Strides Past Neocon Establishment
The question remains: Will The Daily Wire remain the premier neoconservative outlet? Or will it soon be forced to embrace America First, Christianity and nationalism?
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