Donald Trump expressed significant frustration with Fox News' coverage and exit poll questions during the 2026 midterm elections, taking to his Truth Social account to voice his discontent. He specifically targeted the network's "Voter Poll," which indicated that 87 percent of respondents were concerned about gas prices and 62 percent blamed his policies.
"The FoxNews Poll, always the worst, is so insulting with the questions they ask. Every question is a hit job, and every answer is 'BULLS***!' This has been going on for years," Trump posted. The poll also showed his approval rating at 38 percent, consistent with findings from CBS News and CNN.
Trump also directed criticism at Fox News host Jessica Tarlov, calling her "DUMB AS A ROCK" and stating he had to watch elsewhere until she was off the air. He then texted Fox News co-host Greg Gutfeld live on air, with Gutfeld reading the message. In the text, Trump disputed claims about gas prices and inflation, asserting that prices were lower than under previous administrations and that inflation was at 1.7 percent.
Furthermore, Trump criticized the network's overall ratings, claiming they were declining because Fox News was "spending too much time covering the Trump Deranged Dumocrats." He cited a CNN poll that he claimed showed him at 99 percent among Republicans and 53 percent among Republican presidents, surpassing Ronald Reagan and Abraham Lincoln.
He also questioned Fox Corp's donations to various Democratic politicians and committees, suggesting these actions were contributing to the network's declining viewership and its perceived opposition to him.
Separately, Trump informed CBS News that he is prepared to use "tremendous powers," specifically his "veto," should Democrats gain control of Congress. The midterm elections saw competitive races for control of the House and Senate, with cost of living, gas prices, and the war in Iran cited as key voter concerns.
Predictions for the midterms varied, with some forecasting a "blue wave" or "blue tsunami" for Democrats, while others suggested polls might be inaccurate. Democrats needed to flip three seats in the House and four seats in the Senate to gain control of both chambers. Republicans currently held a narrow majority in the House and a slim lead in the Senate.