Major Controversies Surrounding Tim Pool: A Detailed Timeline

Controversies are a part of history. Explore the biggest scandals linked to Tim Pool.

Tim Pool is an American right-wing political commentator and podcast host. He gained initial recognition for live streaming the Occupy Wall Street protests in 2011. He subsequently worked for Vice Media and Fusion TV before focusing on YouTube and other online platforms, where he continues to produce content and commentary.

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November 2011: Broadcasts Occupy Wall Street Eviction

In November 2011, Tim Pool broadcast live streams, one of which reached 21 hours, of Occupy Wall Street's eviction from Zuccotti Park. His use of live streaming and aerial drones raised questions about potential counterproductive surveillance.

February 2017: Investigates 'No-Go Zones' in Sweden

In February 2017, Tim Pool traveled to Sweden to investigate claims of "no-go zones" and problems with refugees, after Donald Trump alluded to crimes related to immigration in Sweden. While there, he disputed claims that migrant suburbs of Malmö and Stockholm were crime-ridden. While filming in Rinkeby, Pool alleged he had to be escorted by police due to threats, which Swedish police disputed.

July 2019: Attends White House Event

In July 2019, Tim Pool was invited to a White House event hosting right-wing internet personalities. Some news outlets described Pool as a spreader of a conspiracy theory about the murder of Seth Rich.

July 2019: Conflicting Descriptions of Pool's Political Alignment

In July 2019, a Vice article described Tim Pool as a "right-wing media figure," while another Vice article from the same month called him "lefty" and "progressive." Politico also noted in 2019 that while Pool identifies as a pro-Bernie Sanders social liberal, his views on issues like social media bias and immigration often align with conservatives.

2019: Self-description as Centrist/Libertarian

In 2019, Tim Pool described himself as a centrist or "center libertarian left", rejecting the traditional left-right political paradigm. He categorized the public based on their skepticism towards mainstream media, which he sees as intertwined with left-wing politics. He also criticized anti-fascist protestors and progressive social justice movements during 2019.

2019: Appears on The Joe Rogan Experience

In 2019, Tim Pool was invited onto The Joe Rogan Experience to discuss Twitter censorship policies, particularly the banning of Milo Yiannopoulos. He argued that Twitter's rules against misgendering transgender users are ideological, but Gadde maintained that Twitter is a free speech platform where punishments are based on consistently-applied harassment guidelines.

August 24, 2020: Pool Announces Support for Donald Trump

On August 24, 2020, Tim Pool publicly announced his support for Donald Trump in the 2020 U.S. presidential election, citing alienation from changes he perceived within the modern left.

2020: Labeled a "Superspreader" of Fake News

In 2020, a report from the Election Integrity Partnership (EIP) said that Tim Pool was a "superspreader" of fake news surrounding voter fraud before and after the 2020 United States presidential election.

June 2021: Interview with Yeonmi Park

In June 2021, Tim Pool interviewed North Korean defector Yeonmi Park on his podcast. Park's claims about North Korea were later found to be fabricated.

August 2021: Criticizes Vaccine Mandates

In August 2021, Tim Pool criticized New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio's COVID-19 vaccine passport mandate for lacking exemptions. He also hosted COVID-19 conspiracy theorists.

2021: SPLC's Description of Pool

In 2021, the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) described Tim Pool as a "pro-Trump social media personality" who uses his YouTube show to showcase far-right extremists.

April 2022: Purchases Billboard to Accuse Taylor Lorenz of Doxxing

In April 2022, Tim Pool and Jeremy Boreing purchased a billboard in Times Square to accuse Taylor Lorenz of doxxing the Twitter account Libs of TikTok, leading to a dismissive response from Lorenz.

November 2022: Interview with Kanye West

In November 2022, Tim Pool interviewed Kanye West on Timcast IRL. During the interview, West made antisemitic statements, and West and his advisors walked out after Pool disagreed with West's comments.

2022: NBC News labels Pool a Right-Wing Influencer

In 2022, NBC News referred to Tim Pool as a "right-wing influencer".

2023: Media Outlets Characterize Pool's Content and Stance

In 2023, BBC News stated Tim Pool's podcasts cover right-wing talking points and conspiracy theories. The New York Times in 2023 described Pool's podcast as "extreme right-wing", and Pool himself as "right-wing" and a "provocateur". An article in the Journal of Quantitative Description also described Pool as "extreme right" in 2023.

September 2024: Involvement in RT Propaganda Scheme Allegations

In September 2024, Tim Pool was alleged to be involved in a $10 million propaganda scheme involving Russian state-controlled media network RT, through Tenet Media. Pool claimed he was unaware of the company's connections to Russian funding and declared himself a victim.

2024: Le Monde Describes Pool as Star Influencer of the American Far Right

In 2024, Le Monde described Tim Pool as a "star influencer" of the "American far right".

2024: Criticism of Aid to Ukraine and Support for Trump

In 2024, Tim Pool criticized aid to Ukraine as a provocation against Russia, and called Ukraine "one of the greatest enemies of our nation" after allegations of Ukrainian involvement in the Nord Stream pipelines sabotage. He also supported Donald Trump in the 2024 United States presidential election.