A senior Trump administration official has revealed that the White House directly intervened with Fox News executives over the network’s decision to remove a high-profile host, calling the move "totally unacceptable" in a private conversation with leadership. The disclosure highlights tensions between the administration and media outlets over editorial choices, particularly those involving figures closely aligned with the president. While Fox News has not publicly addressed the White House’s objections, the incident underscores the growing scrutiny of media decisions amid political polarization. The claim, made by a key trade adviser, suggests a rare behind-the-scenes look at how the administration engages with conservative-leaning networks.
Top Trump trade adviser Peter Navarro said the White House complained to Fox News leadership about the network's decision to oust host Maria Bartiromo last week. "But suffice it to say that Suzanne Scott got a call, and basically the White House let her know that that kind of thing is totally unacceptable," Navarro said,...
