VIDEO Trump FLIPS Over Fox News Coverage of DISASTROUS Election Poll

whoosh

Cooler King
Staff member
Joined
Apr 15, 2009
Messages
47,848
:usa: 😜
 

Trump FLIPS Over Fox News Coverage of DISASTROUS Election Poll
In the recently highlighted video titled "Trump FLIPS Over Fox News Coverage of DISASTROUS Election Poll," from The Young Turks, hosts Cenk Uygur and Ana Kasparian dive into Donald Trump's increasingly fraught relationship with Fox News. The discussion centers around Trump's reaction to a Fox News poll indicating a troubling decline in his approval ratings, which has reportedly left him feeling betrayed by a network that has historically been seen as aligned with him.
According to the poll data, Trump's approval rating has dropped to 44% with a disapproval rate of 54%, marking a significant decrease from earlier figures where he maintained a near parity at 49% approval. In a hypothetical matchup against Joe Biden, Trump is trailing by eight points, now sitting at 40% to Biden's 48%. Uygur suggests that this kind of negative coverage is particularly sensitive for Trump, who has long relied on a favorable portrayal by media outlets, especially Fox.
The hosts discuss how Trump's inability to handle criticism is both telling and emblematic of his presidency. While Trump has accused Fox News of not supporting him enough, the show notes a fascinating contradiction—Fox’s role as a propagandist has been somewhat compromised by its need to maintain a guise of objectivity.
Uygur articulates his disbelief at Trump’s lack of emotional fortitude in the face of negative press, asserting that the president’s response reflects a "deeply unintelligent" approach to media relations. This sentiment is echoed by Kasparian, who points out Trump's pervasive victim mentality, even as the leader of the free world.
The video also touches on Trump's comical social media blunders, including misspelling names in tweets, showing a man overwhelmed by his own anxieties regarding coverage and public perception. The discussion paints a picture of a leader more concerned with his image than with the substantive issues facing America as the election looms.
This analysis offers an interesting look into not just the dynamics between Trump and Fox News, but also the broader implications of media in politics. The entire conversation is packed with biting commentary on both Trump’s reactions and the role of news organizations in shaping public discourse.
What are your thoughts on Trump's relationship with Fox News? Do you think he can regain favor, or is this indicative of deeper issues as the election approaches? Feel free to share your insights below!
 

Back
Top