Fox News co-host Jessica Tarlov has come under fire for her remarks regarding Karen Pence’s decision to avoid making eye contact with Melania Trump during former President Jimmy Carter’s funeral. The moment, which Tarlov called one of her "favorite moments," quickly stirred debate across social media.
During a segment on The Five, Tarlov suggested that Pence’s actions were symbolic of lingering tensions over former President Donald Trump’s past remarks about her husband, Mike Pence. Trump’s criticisms of Pence, particularly regarding the 2020 election, have been a point of contention within the conservative base.
However, her commentary was met with backlash from both supporters of the Trump family and neutral observers who saw the remark as unnecessary. Many social media users accused Tarlov of endorsing disrespectful behavior, while others defended Melania Trump’s composed demeanor.
One critic wrote on Twitter, “Praising someone for ignoring another person at a funeral is just petty. No class whatsoever.”
Others, however, sided with Tarlov, arguing that Karen Pence’s behavior was understandable given Trump’s past rhetoric. The exchange reignited discussions about the fractured relationship between the Trumps and Pences, a rift that has only grown since the former vice president’s refusal to overturn the election results.
While this incident may seem minor, it reflects the deep divisions still present within the Republican Party. As the 2024 election approaches, figures like Pence must navigate the complexities of their past associations with Trump while carving out their own political futures.
