President Donald Trump didn’t hold back Thursday night, blasting Fox News live on air after the network presented him with a poll showing sour numbers on the economy.
During an exclusive sit-down with Fox anchor Martha MacCallum, Trump slammed the network’s pollsters, calling them “the worst in the business” and urging Rupert Murdoch to “get a new polling team” as the nation faces growing economic uncertainty.
Fox Tries to Corner Trump on Economy
MacCallum pointed to a new Fox News poll showing 52% of voters believe the economy is worse now than when Trump took office. She noted the highest unemployment rate in four years and soaring grocery costs, asking Trump when everyday Americans would finally feel relief.
“When will people start to see results from your economic plans, Mr. President?” MacCallum asked.
Trump didn’t mince words.
“When the factories start opening — and they are,” Trump said. “We’re building them right now. But Fox polling? I’ve said it before — it’s terrible. I told Rupert Murdoch, get yourself a new pollster because this guy stinks. It’s been bad for years.”
Biden’s Economy Is Collapsing
The tense exchange came just hours after damaging jobs data rocked Washington.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics reported the U.S. added just 22,000 jobs last month — far below the 80,000 predicted by economists and a steep drop from July’s 79,000. Meanwhile, unemployment surged to 4.3%, the highest level since 2021, signaling a major slowdown under Biden’s failed economic policies.
Even the Federal Reserve responded with a surprise interest rate cut, slashing its key rate by a quarter-point to prevent further economic freefall.
Fox Poll Shows Bleak Outlook
The Fox News poll, conducted September 6–9, found:
- 52% of voters say the economy has gotten worse under Trump’s administration.
- 30% believe the economy has improved.
- 18% see no change.
The survey sampled 1,004 registered voters and has a 3-point margin of error.
Trump’s team has repeatedly questioned the accuracy of Fox News polling. Earlier this year, White House Deputy Chief of Staff Stephen Miller said the network “needs to fire its pollster” after similarly negative numbers.
Trump Remains Confident
Despite the poll, Trump projected optimism, touting his America First manufacturing policies.
“We’re going to have numbers like nobody’s ever seen before, including jobs,” Trump declared. “The economy will be booming — probably in about a year.”
Trump highlighted that U.S. auto manufacturers are returning home, thanks to his tough tariffs on foreign competitors. He stressed that once new factories open, millions of American workers will benefit.
What Matters Most to Voters
The poll revealed what Americans care about most heading into the 2026 midterms:
- 37% named the economy as their top issue.
- 13% listed immigration and border security.
- 11% cited health care.
- 11% pointed to political division.
All other issues, including foreign policy, ranked in the single digits.
Analyst Warns GOP About 2026
Republican pollster Daron Shaw, who co-conducted the Fox survey, issued a stark warning:
“It’s not enough that prices stop rising. They need to come down. If that doesn’t happen, 2026 could be a rough year for the GOP.”
This underscores why Trump’s economic revival plan will be at the center of his campaign and why border security and inflation will remain critical battleground issues.
The Bottom Line
Trump’s bold stand against Fox News highlights a growing divide between conservative voters and the corporate media. While the network’s poll shows skepticism, real-world data reveals Biden’s economic collapse:
- Rising unemployment
- Stagnant job growth
- Soaring prices hitting seniors and families hardest
Trump’s vision of rebuilding American industry and protecting U.S. workers has never been more urgent. The coming months will determine whether he can cut through the media spin and deliver the historic economic turnaround voters are counting on.