THE DAILY BLAST with Greg Sargent Trump’s Rage at Fox News over Bad Poll Signals Coming Fiasco for MAGA
May 5, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Matt Gertz from Media Matters sheds light on President Trump's explosive dissatisfaction with Fox News due to recent polling that reveals his disapproval ratings skyrocketing. He reveals how Fox News is grappling with this backlash, even as their own viewers begin to see the impact of Trump's policies. Gertz offers insights into the network's tactics to navigate the mounting pressure, indicating that the situation is set to deteriorate further for both Trump and the media giant.
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Fox Denies Trump's Poll Problems
- Fox News uses multiple tactics to deny or downplay negative polling about Trump's presidency.
- These include claiming polls are fake, dismissing relevance, and portraying Trump as a long-term builder.
Trump’s Base Strains Under Tariffs
- Trump's base is showing signs of strain due to tariffs and policy impacts.
- More supporters are reporting personal economic harm, risking a slow decline in loyalty.
MAGA Hosts Avoid Bad Polls
- MAGA-focused Fox personalities tend to avoid discussing bad Trump poll numbers.
- Trump's anger at Fox pollsters highlights tension between his demands and the network's realities.