Fox News or Trump HQ? The Revolving Door Just Keeps Spinning
At this point, Fox News might as well rebrand itself as the Trump Network — the crossover between America’s most-watched conservative news channel and Donald Trump’s political orbit has gone from subtle nods to full-on job swaps.
You’ve got Fox News hosts joining Trump’s administration. Trump officials becoming Fox News analysts. And now, Lara Trump, his daughter-in-law — not just commenting on the news, but delivering it. The line between news outlet and political operation? It’s not just blurry. It’s basically a shared Google calendar.
Lara Trump’s Host Gig: Journalism or Just Family Business?
Lara Trump joining Fox News as a contributor might be the most blatant example yet of the cozy feedback loop between the network and the Trump dynasty. She’s not a journalist. She’s not a media veteran. But she is a Trump. That seems to be more than enough.
Lara Trump
Of course, Fox claims it’s just commentary — not news. But the optics? Rough. It’s one thing to platform political voices. It’s another to hand them a mic, a desk, and prime-time airtime. And viewers are expected to separate propaganda from punditry?
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The Staff Swap: From Fox to White House and Back Again
This isn’t a one-way street. When Trump was president, several Fox News personalities — including Larry Kudlow and John Bolton — went straight from the newsroom into White House roles. Now we’re seeing the return trip: former Trump staffers landing cushy Fox gigs.
It’s not a revolving door — it’s a merry-go-round. And let’s be honest: it's kind of funny how brazen it is. They're not even pretending to keep church and state (or in this case, media and politics) separate anymore.
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Is Fox Still “News”?
Let’s call it what it is. When a news outlet becomes a launching pad for political appointments and a retirement plan for ex-officials, it's no longer just media — it's machinery. The editorial slant has always leaned right, but these direct personal ties to Trump world tilt it straight into campaign propaganda.
There’s no subtle influence. No background strategy. The alliance is on full display — and oddly proud of itself.
Conclusion
Fox isn’t just covering Trump. It’s powering him. From campaign talking points to family commentary, the network has evolved into more than a media arm — it’s become a loyalty club. And with the 2024 election looming, the message is loud and clear: if you want power in Trump world, start by getting on Fox. Or better yet, marrying into it.
