has changed from when he first ran for president in 2016. During his presidency, Trump was actively watching the media by keeping up with TV ratings and his cable news coverage. Now, he does the same but has widened his content to include more blog posts and scrolling on
Once a staunch supporter of the organization, Trump has gone back and forth with Fox News. He watches Fox News Business’ Mornings with Maria, hosted by Maria Bartiromo and Fox & Friends, according toHe has, however, been critical of the network, notably Steve Doocy, a morning host. Trump has called Doocy a “RINO,” or Republican In Name Only, andOn air, Doocy has challenged some of what his co-hosts say, notably about the impeachment inquiry into President Joe Biden.
“Steve Doocy’s been terrible. I mean, to me he’s been just terrible. I think he’s hurting the show,” Trumpfrom X following the Jan. 6 insurrection, Trump found a new social media home in his own site, Truth Social. There, he often scrolls through posts and stories from conservative outlets like the“Conservative media, liberal media,” a person close to Trump said. “He’s very well read on what both sides are saying.”] reporters Maggie and Swan when they’re good.
Regardless, of which type of news he reads or where it comes from, Trump continues to be an avid consumer and is always watching.