The video titled “Fox News LOSES CONTROL on AIR as Trump CRASHES” is a commentary piece from the progressive media outlet MeidasTouch, hosted by Ben Meiselas. It critiques recent tensions between former President Donald Trump and Fox News, highlighting how the network is grappling with his increasingly erratic behavior and declining approval ratings.
🔍 Key Points from the Video:
- Trump’s Public Outbursts: On May 5, 2025, during a press gaggle aboard Air Force One, Trump lashed out at media outlets, including Fox News, accusing them of biased reporting and fake polls. He specifically targeted Fox News host Howard Kurtz and contributor Karl Rove for their perceived insufficient support. The Daily Beast
- Criticism of Fox News Polling: Senior Trump adviser Stephen Miller, during a live interview on Fox News, criticized the network’s polling practices, calling for the dismissal of its pollster. This was in response to a Fox News poll indicating Trump had a 44% approval rating and 55% disapproval. The Daily Beast
- Calls for Retirement: Trump publicly criticized longtime Fox News host Howard Kurtz, calling for his retirement via a post on Truth Social. He expressed dissatisfaction with Kurtz’s performance on a recent episode of MediaBuzz, accusing him of failing to defend the former president strongly enough. The Daily Beast+1The Daily Beast+1
- Fox News’ Internal Struggles: The video suggests that Fox News is struggling to maintain its traditional support for Trump amid his controversial actions and statements, leading to on-air tensions and challenges in defending his positions.
For a detailed analysis and commentary, you can watch the full video here:
MeidasTouch host Ben Meiselas reports on Fox News in panic over Trump’s dumpster fire presidency that makes it impossible for them to try and pretend things are going well.
Great question! Here’s a clear breakdown of the terms:
What is a Trade Deficit?
A trade deficit happens when a country imports (buys) more goods and services from other countries than it exports (sells) to them.
- Example: If the U.S. buys $500 billion in goods from China but only sells $300 billion to China, the U.S. has a $200 billion trade deficit with China.
- Trade deficits aren’t inherently “bad” — they can signal strong consumer demand, but critics argue they may lead to job loss in certain industries.
What is a Tariff?
A tariff is a tax on imported goods.
- Example: If the U.S. imposes a 25% tariff on imported steel, it means foreign companies must pay 25% more to sell their steel in the U.S.
- Tariffs are often used to protect domestic industries or punish other countries economically.
Does Trump Understand These Concepts?
Donald Trump has talked extensively about both.
- He frequently criticized the U.S.’s trade deficits, particularly with China and Mexico, saying they showed the U.S. was being “ripped off.”
- He imposed tariffs on hundreds of billions of dollars in imports during his presidency, especially targeting China, as part of a strategy to reduce the trade deficit and bring manufacturing back to the U.S.
Critics, including economists and even some Republicans, argue that Trump oversimplifies or misunderstands how trade works. For example:
- He often views trade as a zero-sum game (if one country gains, the other loses), which many economists disagree with.
- Tariffs often raise prices for U.S. consumers and businesses, something Trump rarely acknowledged.
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