Donald Trump Jr. did not hold back his criticism of Fox News Channel during a recent interview on “The Chris Salcedo Show.” He lambasted the network, calling it infested with RINOs (Republicans In Name Only) and expressing his belief that it has become unwatchable for many conservatives. On October 6, he told host Chris Salcedo that the network’s attempts at appearing unbiased have instead alienated its core audience.
“It’s so ridiculous,” he remarked about the programming. Don Jr. suggested that the channel’s efforts to balance perspectives have devolved into a bias against conservatives. He pointed out that this shift particularly pains him and others in the MAGA movement, stating, “They try so hard to be unbiased that they’re actually biased against conservatives at this point.”
His comments reflect a broader frustration from some conservative viewers who feel sidelined by the network that was once a reliable voice for their side. He pointed to his own exclusion from the network following the January 6 events, emphasizing that he and his father had been “banned for two-and-a-half years.” This personal experience added weight to his argument about the changing landscape at Fox.
The criticism wasn’t limited to just Don Jr.; his father, the former president, echoed similar sentiments. President Trump chastised Fox News for hosting Democratic figures like Senator Mark Kelly without proper challenge, lamenting that such decisions dilute conservative viewpoints on the platform. “Why is Fox News putting on Democrat Senator Mark Kelly to talk about… healthcare?” he asked, signaling his discontent with the network’s handling of political narratives.
Further, Trump noted a perceived inequity in how polling data is showcased. He described how favorable polls reflecting his popularity were overlooked, while negative polls seemed to thrive in coverage. “They refuse to put up Polls that correctly show me at 65% in Popularity,” he said, underscoring his frustration with Fox’s editorial choices.
Both Trump and his son’s statements reveal a growing division between their base and what they perceive as a network moving away from its roots. This discontent signals a potentially shifting allegiance of conservative audiences toward media outlets they feel more accurately reflect their values. As these sentiments bubble to the surface, Fox News faces a critical moment in navigating its identity in the eyes of its viewers.
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