Bill Ackman called Tucker Carlson "dumb" and accused him of defaming him despite evidence and a legal notice.

Bill Ackman responded to Tucker Carlson’s criticism, calling him “dumb” and “non-creative,” by saying Carlson has not corrected false claims despite being given evidence and a legal notice. Ackman noted they’ve spoken only twice since a defamation lawsuit was filed and criticized Carlson for making defamatory remarks publicly while inviting him to appear on the show. He expressed disappointment, saying Carlson has “lost his soul,” and emphasized the inconsistency between Carlson’s private outreach and public attacks. The exchange reflects ongoing tensions rooted in the legal dispute.