Full Breakdown
Trump Slams Fox News Anchor Over Ro Khanna Interview
5/11/2026, 9:02:42 PM
The Attack on Jacqui Heinrich
On May 10, 2026, former President Donald Trump posted on Truth Social a scathing critique of Fox News senior White House correspondent Jacqui Heinrich. Trump said Heinrich failed to challenge Democratic Rep. Ro Khanna during his appearance on “The Sunday Briefing,” labeling Khanna a “SLEAZEBAG” and a “wolf in sheep’s clothing.”
Background: Trump’s Ongoing Feud with Fox News
Trump’s relationship with Fox News oscillates between endorsement and rebuke. He regularly appears on programs such as “Fox & Friends” and “The Five,” yet he has publicly attacked the network when it hosts Democratic guests. In 2023 he called Heinrich “absolutely terrible” and suggested she work for CNN.
Key Players
President Donald Trump – former U.S. president, active on Truth Social.
Jacqui Heinrich – senior White House correspondent for Fox News, host of “The Sunday Briefing.”
Rep. Ro Khanna – Democratic congressman from California, advocate for manufacturing and Epstein-file transparency.
Fox News – the network that broadcast the interview.
Official Statements & Responses
Trump’s Truth Social post accused Khanna of “lying…again and again,” claimed the interview “destroys” Fox’s “Fair and Balanced” coverage, and warned that such content makes elections “hard to win.” Khanna replied on X, saying he speaks to “everyone, including Trump voters, without hurling insults,” and that this approach will help Democrats “win & unite the country.” He tied Democratic prospects to higher gas and food prices, the war in Iran, and the administration’s handling of Jeffrey Epstein files, while urging investment in steel, shipbuilding and battery production.
Criticism & Opposition
Media analysts view Trump’s outburst as an attempt to pressure Fox News into limiting Democratic voices, a tactic that could reinforce his base ahead of the 2026 midterm elections.
Verbatim Quotes
- “You could listen to FoxNews all day long, absolutely devour it, but then, when you hear SLEAZEBAGS, like Congressman Ro Khanna, ‘a wolf in sheep’s clothing,’ LIE, LIE, LIE, AND LIE AGAIN, without any pushback, or competent rebuttal from an anchor, in this case, Jacqui Heinrich, the entire Common Sense dialogue that has been going on all day at Fox is completely obliterated!” — President Donald Trump, Truth Social
- “No matter how ‘Fair and Balanced’ the day’s News at Fox may be, the end result is destroyed by professional Liars, Conmen, and Liberal, Crooked Politicians.” — President Donald Trump, Truth Social
- “This is why I talk to everyone, including Trump voters, without hurling insults. This is how Democrats will win & unite the country.” — Rep. Ro Khanna, X
- “Hard to win Elections like this!” — President Donald Trump, Truth Social
Conflicting Reports & Gaps
One source (The Hill) notes Trump’s 2023 remark that Heinrich should work for CNN, a detail absent from Attack of the Fanboy. The two articles also list different reliability scores (41.98 vs 38.46).
What’s Next
Trump’s criticism arrives weeks before the 2026 midterm elections, suggesting the remarks may influence Fox’s guest lineup and the broader Republican messaging strategy ahead of the vote.
