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Trump Slams Reporters, Allies Amid Plummeting Approval Ratings

5/5/2025

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President Trump ignited controversy on a flight back to Washington, D.C., launching sharp criticisms at reporters and former allies. He targeted the Wall Street Journal and Fox News, while also firing back at Republican strategist Karl Rove over his economic policies. With approval ratings plummeting, Trump continues to label negative polls as "fake," fueling the ongoing political drama.

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President Trump ignited controversy on a flight back to Washington, D.C., launching sharp criticisms at reporters and former allies. He targeted the Wall Street Journal and Fox News, while also firing back at Republican strategist Karl Rove over his economic policies. With approval ratings plummeting, Trump continues to label negative polls as "fake," fueling the ongoing political drama.