Bret Baier on Trump's Love-Hate Relationship with Fox News
Briefly

The relationship between Fox News and Donald Trump is highly influential, impacting his administration and public perception. Trump engages with the network online and has appointed multiple former Fox hosts to key roles, including Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth. The network's primetime coverage influences Trump's interactions with his base and decisions, notably seen in the recent Iran-Israel conflict. Bret Baier's program, while presenting itself as impartial, draws significant viewership and demonstrates the challenges of navigating its conservative reputation within a politically charged atmosphere.
The relationship between Fox News and Donald Trump is not just close; it can be profoundly influential.
Trump frequently responds to segments in real time online-even to complain about a poll he doesn't like.
Baier draws more than three million viewers a night, at times surpassing legacy brands such as "CBS Evening News."
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