Consider This from NPR Is Fox News Still A Republican Kingmaker?
Jan 31, 2024
David Fulkenflick, NPR's media correspondent, dives into the intriguing dynamics of Fox News as a long-standing influence in Republican politics. He explores the network's powerful role since 1996 and its tumultuous relationship with Donald Trump. The discussion highlights the significant fallout from the Dominion lawsuit and how that has affected Fox's credibility. As the 2024 election approaches, Fulkenflick examines the shifting narrative strategies and looming competition from emerging conservative media outlets that could alter Fox's status as a kingmaker.
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2024 Election Landscape
- The 2024 election may resemble 2020, with Trump vs. Biden and Fox News backing Trump.
- Fox News faces lawsuits and competition, impacting its conservative viewership.
Fox's Shift in Support
- Ron DeSantis claims Fox News' backing of Trump solidified Trump's primary dominance.
- Fox initially supported DeSantis but switched to Trump after DeSantis failed to resonate with voters.
Fox's Influence
- Fox News' influence as a kingmaker is debatable, as DeSantis's failure demonstrates.
- Fox's support doesn't guarantee success, but it remains a significant player in Republican politics.