The DSR Network The Daily Blast: Trump’s Rage at Fox News over Bad Poll Signals Coming Fiasco for MAGA
May 5, 2025
In this discussion, Matt Gertz from Media Matters sheds light on President Trump's escalating fury towards Fox News after a poll showing 55% disapproval. He reveals how Fox's attempts to shield Trump from negative ratings might backfire. They explore the cognitive dissonance faced by Fox personalities as they downplay dire polling realities. Gertz also highlights the network's struggle to keep viewers engaged amid Trump's declining appeal and the challenges of navigating voter sentiment in light of economic woes.
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Fox News Denies Trump's Poll Slide
- Fox News personalities use tactics to deny Trump's sliding poll numbers, despite their own polling showing his approval dropping.
- They claim polls are fake, irrelevant, or misinterpreted to protect Trump's image and maintain viewer support.
Tariffs Hurt Trump’s Base
- Trump's tariffs and policies are already hurting his base economically, causing some supporters to voice concern.
- This pressure challenges Fox News hosts to downplay the impact to keep their audience loyal to Trump.
Right-Wing Media's Alternate Reality Risk
- Right-wing media faces a dilemma as viewers experience negative policy impacts conflicting with the positive narratives promoted.
- This dissonance risks losing viewers who realize the policies aren’t beneficial to them.