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Newsmax Rises On Wave Of Resentment Toward Media — Especially Fox News

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Newsmax Rises On Wave Of Resentment Toward Media — Especially Fox News

Conservative Newsmax TV has enjoyed a sharp burst in ratings as President Trump has urged his fans to turn away from Fox News.

Newsmax Rises On Wave Of Resentment Toward Media — Especially Fox News

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Newsmax Benefits From Trump Fans' Resentment Toward Fox News

Fox News reached all-time highs this year. Yet, its acknowledgement that Democrat Joe Biden won the election has provided a chance for rivals to appeal to fans of President Trump.

Newsmax Benefits From Trump Fans' Resentment Toward Fox News

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Trump Appointee Unconstitutionally Interfered With VOA, Judge Rules

Chief U.S. District Judge for the District of Columbia Beryl Howell issued a preliminary injunction against Michael Pack and the U.S. Agency for Global Media from influencing any editorial decisions or personnel. Alex Wong/Getty Images hide caption

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Trump Appointee Unconstitutionally Interfered With VOA, Judge Rules

A federal judge ordered the CEO over the Voice of America to stop investigating its journalists for anti-Trump bias, saying he caused "self-censorship and the chilling of First Amendment expression."

Trump Appointee Unconstitutionally Interfered With VOA, Judge Rules

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Voice of America's 5 Months Under Trump CEO: Lawsuits, Bias Claims, And A Sex Scandal

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Voice of America's 5 Months Under Trump CEO: Lawsuits, Bias Claims, And A Sex Scandal

Michael Pack is nearing the close of his turbulent tenure as CEO of the parent agency to the Voice of America. After firings and claims of bias, staffers say they fear more damage on his way out.

Voice of America's 5 Months Under Trump CEO: Lawsuits, Bias Claims, And A Sex Scandal

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Analysis: Is Trump's Next Foe Fox News?

President Trump embraces Rupert Murdoch, co-chairman of Fox Corp., at a dinner in 2017. Once close, Trump is now angry at Murdoch's Fox News over its election coverage. Brendan Smialowski/AFP via Getty Images hide caption

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Analysis: Is Trump's Next Foe Fox News?

Since Election Day, President Trump has attacked Fox News repeatedly, particularly its newsroom. Now comes chatter from Washington that he wants to start up his own media outfit to take on Fox.

With Trump's Loss, Murdoch's Fox News Faces Wrath And Tough Choices

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With Trump's Loss, Murdoch's Fox News Faces Wrath And Tough Choices

Rupert Murdoch struck an alliance with President Trump early on, and Fox News has bolstered his presidency. With Joe Biden's victory, Fox is stepping warily to avoid alienating Trump supporters.

With Trump's Loss, Murdoch's Fox News Faces Wrath And Tough Choices

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Another Black Eye For Polling Industry, Media That Rely On It

Nearly all election polls forecasted a blue wave. But when that failed to materialize, pollsters looked foolish — and the news organizations they partner with lost credibility too.

Another Black Eye For Polling Industry, Media That Rely On It

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Down In The Polls, Trump Seeks Familiar Embrace of Conservative Media

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Down In The Polls, Trump Seeks Familiar Embrace of Conservative Media

President Trump has turned to conservative media and stars for help in his fight to win reelection. They've rewarded him by promoting his questionable claims about the Bidens and the coronavirus.

Down In The Polls, Trump Seeks Familiar Embrace of Conservative Media

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Trump Seeks Out Conservative Media During Campaign's Final Stretch

As he enters the last days of election campaign, President Trump has the warm embrace of the conservative media. They are allowing him to make his case largely unfettered by facts.

Trump Seeks Out Conservative Media During Campaign's Final Stretch

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News Organizations Prepare For Likely Election Night Confusion

Disinformation about the election has spread from many sources, including the White House. That's why major TV networks are preparing to deal with what could be a very confusing Election Night.

News Organizations Prepare For Likely Election Night Confusion

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Analysis: Questionable 'N.Y. Post' Scoop Driven By Ex-Hannity Producer And Giuliani

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Analysis: Questionable 'N.Y. Post' Scoop Driven By Ex-Hannity Producer And Giuliani

Red flags abound in a story about Hunter Biden that provides fodder for President Trump and his allies. The allegations rest on speculation and assumptions rather than journalistically sound facts.

Judge Finds U.S. Agency for Global Media CEO Broke Law In Seizing Control Of Fund

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Judge Finds U.S. Agency for Global Media CEO Broke Law In Seizing Control Of Fund

Judge rules against USAGM CEO Michael Pack's moves to dismiss top executives and board of a fund that helps people who live under repressive regimes to access the Web and to communicate securely.