Trump Calls for Fox News to Fire Their Pollster Amid Low Approval Ratings

WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump recently expressed his dissatisfaction with approval ratings as he approaches the 100th day of his second term. In a series of statements, Trump highlighted what he perceives as biased polls conducted by Fox News, among others.

During a live interview on Fox News, Stephen Miller, a top White House adviser, insisted that the network should consider firing its pollster, stating, “It is our opinion that Fox News needs to fire its pollster.” Miller’s remark was made while discussing Trump’s approval ratings, which have been described as ‘underwater’ by various surveys.

Trump echoed similar sentiments on social media, alleging that major news organizations “cheat” with their public opinion research. He referred to pollsters as “Negative Criminals” and called for investigations into their practices. In a post, he specifically named Fox News, calling for them to be included in inquiries about election fraud.

Fox News’ John Roberts later addressed Miller’s comments, affirming the network’s confidence in its polling. The latest survey found Trump’s approval rating at 44 percent, with significant dissatisfaction reported by voters regarding his handling of the economy and inflation.

Miller defended the administration’s approaches to immigration during the same interview but was met with questions regarding the president’s declining approval. Majorities of Americans have shown increasing concern about Trump’s policy decisions, particularly related to the economy.

Poll results gathered from various sources indicate a consistent trend of low approval ratings for Trump, with critics emphasizing a disconnect between public sentiment and the administration’s perceived achievements. As of late April 2025, Trump faces scrutiny as he prepares for upcoming political rallies.

Trump’s administration appears focused on messaging against established media polling methods, maintaining that they misrepresent the president’s popularity. This conflict underscores ongoing tensions between the Trump White House and the media landscape.

As polling continues to reveal a decline in support, Trump’s approach suggests a shift in strategy as he navigates his second term amidst rising challenges.