Inside Trump's blow-up at Fox News over El-Sayed coverage
Summary
President Trump criticized Fox News for giving a positive interview to Abdul El-Sayed, a Democratic candidate for the U.S. Senate from Michigan. Republicans are concerned that Fox News is helping El-Sayed appear more moderate and reach voters outside the Democratic base.Key Facts
- President Trump called a Fox News interview with El-Sayed "softball" and accused the network of supporting Democrats.
- Republicans have privately complained for months that Fox's coverage helps El-Sayed's image.
- El-Sayed, who would be the first Muslim U.S. Senator, is in a close race with Republican Mike Rogers.
- Fox News aired many ads and interviews featuring El-Sayed, helping him reach more voters.
- GOP strategists say Fox News coverage is helping El-Sayed appeal to moderate and center-right voters.
- Fox News defended its coverage, saying it shows topics their audience may not want to hear.
- Fox News invited Mike Rogers to be interviewed but he did not respond.
- President Trump and White House officials have expressed frustration publicly and privately with Fox over this coverage.
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