In an unpleasant case of conservative falling out, President Donald Trump has criticized Fox News after the network released a poll on June 19, 2025, showing mixed approval of his handling of border security.
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This latest confrontation with the media giant highlights Trump’s ongoing frustrations with mainstream media’s portrayal of his presidency.
On Truth Social, Trump blasted Fox News, claiming they have been “biased against me for years.”
The poll in question indicated a 53% approval of his border security efforts, yet Trump dismissed the findings, asserting that “MAGA HATES FoxNews.”
This is not the first time Trump has taken aim at the network, which he believes consistently misrepresents him and his administration.
Trump’s skepticism about Fox News extends beyond polling. He accused them of leaving the same “incompetent” polling company in charge, stating, “They are always wrong and negative.”
He further contended that the polls missed the mark during the 2020 election, a point he has reiterated frequently.
Such distrust in polls is not uncommon among Trump’s base, who often feel that mainstream media outlets do not accurately reflect their views.
Concerns about Trump’s presidency are not unwarranted, with the poll indicating negative sentiments on multiple issues.
Disapproval rates for Trump’s handling of inflation, economic management, and foreign policy were high.
Despite these challenges, Trump remains steadfast in his belief that the polls do not reflect reality, particularly regarding border security, which he claims was impeccably managed compared to previous administrations.
“I hate FAKE pollsters, one of the Worst, but Fox will never change their discredited pollster!” Donald Trump wrote.
President Trump did not limit his critiques to Fox News. He also addressed a separate report by the Wall Street Journal alleging plans for an attack on Iran, which Trump adamantly denied.
Trump’s readiness to counter these narratives shows his determination to remain in control of the message, despite accusations of bias from various media outlets.
Trump’s tensions with Fox News underscore a broader trend in his approach to media engagement.
Favoring outlets that support his agenda, Trump has historically sidelined organizations he deems unfavorable.
Past efforts to dismantle federal media outlets like NPR and PBS further exhibit his desire to shift the media landscape in a direction that aligns with his values.
“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. 60,000 people came in with Sleepy Joe in the same month last year,” Trump wrote.
Moving forward, it remains to be seen how this feud will shape Trump’s political strategy. For Trump supporters, this incident may further cement their mistrust of mainstream media, reinforcing the need for conservative outlets that prioritize truth over spin.
The “MAGA Hates Fox News” sentiment may rally Trump’s base, driving them to seek alternative news sources that align with their perspectives and renewing their determination to hold the media accountable.
🚨President Trump calls out Fox News polling for always being “wrong and negative.”
“MAGA HATES Fox News.” pic.twitter.com/od0fFaB0QS
— Benny Johnson (@bennyjohnson) June 19, 2025
