Former President Donald Trump expressed displeasure with Fox News, particularly singling out the morning show “Fox & Friends,” in a new post on Truth Social. Trump criticized the use of a CNN poll that he deemed fake, asserting that he is still winning by a significant margin. He then turned his attention to Steve Doocy, a co-host on “Fox & Friends,” and took issue with Doocy’s efforts to support Governor Ron DeSantis.
Trump’s post read, “So funny to watch Steve Doocy of Fox & Friends desperately trying to save Ron DeSanctimonious, a sinking ship. Whatever happened to that guy??? Also, the CNN Poll used by Fox, even though I’m winning big, is a FAKE outlier. Look at (just out) USA TODAY/Suffolk instead, plus 20 over Birdbrain in New Hampshire!”
The former president often criticizes Fox News, especially when the network provides coverage to potential rivals in the Republican primary. Trump’s latest complaint seems to be triggered by a segment on “Fox & Friends” discussing DeSantis’ prospects for the Iowa caucus. The segment highlighted DeSantis’ ground game in Iowa, emphasizing his organizational efforts.
The post also referenced the CNN/University of New Hampshire poll, which Trump dismissed as a fake outlier. This poll indicated a narrowing gap between Trump and Nikki Haley, another potential contender in the Republican primary. Trump’s criticism of media coverage and polls aligns with his ongoing strategy of maintaining a dominant narrative and challenging any information that contradicts his preferred narrative.
“So funny to watch Steve Doocy of Fox & Friends desperately trying to save Ron DeSanctimonious, a sinking ship. Whatever happened to that guy???” Trump griped. “Also, the CNN Poll used by Fox, even though I’m winning big, is a FAKE outlier. Look at (just out) USA TODAY/Suffolk instead, plus 20 over Birdbrain in New Hampshire!””
