Former President Donald Trump took to his Truth Social platform on Thursday to criticize Fox News after the network released a new poll that showed only slightly more than half of Americans approve of his handling of border security. The survey revealed that 53% of respondents approved of Trump’s management of the southern border, while 46% disapproved. In contrast, his immigration policies garnered a lower approval rating, with 46% of Americans approving and 53% disapproving.
Trump, never one to shy away from calling out his critics, immediately responded to the poll with a scathing attack on the network, accusing them of bias and incompetence. “The Crooked FoxNews Polls got the Election WRONG, I won by much more than they said I would, and have been biased against me for years,” he wrote. Trump continued, stating that Fox News has been “always wrong and negative” in its coverage of him. He also expressed his frustration with the network’s polling company, claiming that it had been consistently inaccurate for years, but Fox never took steps to change it.
Despite the poll showing a modest majority of approval for his handling of the border, Trump continued his criticism, calling the results misleading. “Now a new FoxNews poll comes out this morning giving me a little more than 50% at the Border, and yet the Border is miraculously perfect, NOBODY WAS ABLE TO COME IN LAST MONTH,” he posted. The former president went on to compare the current state of border security under President Joe Biden, stating, “60,000 people came in with Sleepy Joe in the same month last year.”
Trump’s comments reflect his ongoing dissatisfaction with the way the media, including Fox News, handles his legacy and policies. While Fox News has often been seen as a supportive platform for Trump and his policies, his relationship with the network has become more strained in recent years. This latest outburst follows a series of similar attacks from Trump, who has frequently called out news organizations he believes are unfair or biased against him.
The poll in question, conducted between June 13 and June 16, surveyed 1,003 registered U.S. voters, with a margin of error of plus or minus 3 percentage points. Despite the favorable approval rating on border security, Trump’s overall approval ratings in other areas were far less positive. The survey found that Trump had his worst marks in areas such as the economy and inflation. On the economy, only 40% of respondents approved of Trump’s performance, while 58% disapproved. In terms of inflation, the numbers were even worse, with only 34% of Americans approving of his handling, while 64% disapproved.
These results highlight a deep division among American voters when it comes to Trump’s presidency. While his stance on border security continues to resonate with a significant portion of the electorate, other critical issues, such as the economy and inflation, remain areas of concern for many. Despite these challenges, Trump has continued to maintain a strong base of support, especially among those who align with his “Make America Great Again” (MAGA) movement.
Trump’s harsh remarks about Fox News polling come at a time when his political future remains uncertain. The 2024 presidential election is already heating up, with Trump a prominent figure in the race for the Republican nomination. His supporters continue to rally behind him, while his critics are equally vocal, often pointing to his handling of economic issues and the country’s political divide. As the race for the Republican nomination intensifies, Trump’s ongoing feud with major media outlets such as Fox News is likely to continue shaping public perception of his campaign.
Nicole Weatherholtz, a general assignment reporter for Newsmax, covered the story, bringing attention to the tension between Trump and Fox News. Weatherholtz, an award-winning journalist, is known for her coverage of news, politics, and culture, and her work continues to shed light on the ongoing political landscape in the U.S.
Trump’s frustration with Fox News and the poll results also underscores the increasing influence of media organizations in shaping the political discourse in America. With many Americans increasingly relying on news outlets like Fox to shape their understanding of key political issues, Trump’s ongoing conflict with the network may serve to further energize his base while deepening divisions in an already polarized political environment. As the 2024 election cycle unfolds, the battle between Trump and the media will no doubt continue to be a central theme.
