Trump Takes a Stand: Demands ABC and NBC Lose Licenses Over 97% ‘Fake News’ Coverage!
Trump vs. the Networks: A Battle of Words and Wits
In a flamboyant display of Twitter bravado, former President Donald Trump unleashed a tirade against ABC and NBC on Sunday, accusing them of serving up a staggering “97%” negative portrayal of his administration. With trademark flair, he didn’t hold back, declaring these networks as “fake news” and emblematic of the Democratic Party, suggesting, in what could only be described as bold bravado, that they ought to have their broadcast licenses yanked by the FCC.
In his posts on Truth Social-his chosen digital stage-Trump lamented that despite what he insists were a dazzling first eight months in office, he found himself the subject of relentless critical coverage. “These networks are not just biased; they pose an actual threat to our Democracy!” he declared, all while conveniently leaving any substantiating evidence out of the script.
But wait, there’s more! The former president followed up by insinuating that if the networks weren’t careful, they might just have to “pay up BIG” for their broadcasting rights-a concept previously floated by billionaire and erstwhile ally Elon Musk. Imagine the drama: networks potentially facing multi-million-dollar fees each year, all while Trump fuels speculation that a revocation of licenses could be on the table.
In this curious cocktail of self-promotion and finger-pointing, Trump also boasted about supposedly soaring poll numbers—“in the 60s and even 70s,” he claimed, waving off any pesky negative ratings as mere “Fake News.” Reality, however, paints a different picture, with reputable sources like Reuters showing his approval languishing at just 40%, with a disapproval rate climbing to 54% as discontent simmered nationwide.
This media brawl comes hot on the heels of a $16 million settlement Trump snagged from CBS, over allegations that they put a spin on a 60 Minutes interview with Kamala Harris. Talk about juicy drama behind closed doors!
And just when you thought the stage couldn’t get more crowded, Trump chimed in on the “Bridgegate” scandal during an ABC appearance by former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie. Trump, in classic fashion, suggested that Christie might be prone to a federal investigation-impeccable timing for a man with a penchant for twisting the narrative.
The lights are bright, the stakes are high, and in this game of political chess, it seems everyone’s got their eyes on the silver screen. Stay tuned for the next thrilling episode in the unfolding saga of the Trump-era media wars!
Original Story https://www.forbes.com/sites/siladityaray/2025/08/25/trump-suggests-abc-and-nbc-should-lose-broadcast-licenses-over-negative-coverage-of-him/
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