Thu Nov 07 02:40:00 UTC 2024: ## Trump’s “Greatest Comeback”?: Fox News Champions Possible Election Night Victory

On election night, Fox News, a network known for its conservative leanings, was buzzing with anticipation for a potential Donald Trump victory. Anchors and commentators, including Bret Baier, Ben Domenech, and Laura Ingraham, repeatedly described a Trump win as “the greatest comeback in history.” The network’s stars predicted a “phoenix from the ashes” scenario, with Trump emerging victorious despite a seemingly uphill battle.

Even with crucial swing states undecided, Fox News panelists were already speculating about the implications of a Trump win. They emphasized a potential “mandate” to run the country, a “complete rejection” of the media’s portrayal of Trump, and a testament to his ability to build a “racially diverse” coalition.

However, this optimistic outlook stands in stark contrast to Fox News’s position in the 2020 election. In that year, the network’s early call for Arizona in favor of Joe Biden infuriated Trump, who had come to see Fox News as an extension of his own communications team. This incident strained the network’s relationship with the former president, and Fox News has since navigated a delicate balance between courting Trump’s massive viewership and avoiding legal trouble over past misinformation.

Despite the tension, Trump has made more appearances on Fox News in recent months, including town halls and phone calls. Yet, the network has also shown a willingness to push back against Trump, as evidenced by their decision to air clips from Oprah Winfrey’s speech endorsing Kamala Harris.

The 2024 election has placed Fox News in an interesting position, balancing its conservative stance with its need to cater to a Trump-leaning audience. The network’s strong coverage of a possible Trump comeback, even with the election results still hanging in the balance, suggests the continued influence of the former president on both media and politics.

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