Jimmy Kimmel Unveils the Peculiar Fox News Stock Market Spin
Breaking Down the Spin: Jimmy Kimmel vs. Fox News
Late-night host Jimmy Kimmel has expressed his bewilderment and amusement at Fox News’ recent portrayal of the stock market mayhem linked to President Trump’s tariff policies. In his latest monologue, Kimmel highlights what he sees as the network’s bewildering efforts to paint these tariffs in a favorable light, despite the turmoil they seem to be causing. “It’s embarrassing,” Kimmel commented about their coverage this week, pointing out the apparent contradiction in their messaging.
The Curious Case of Fox’s ‘Positive’ Twist
Kimmel draws attention to a fragment from Fox & Friends, where co-host Brian Kilmeade publicly praises Trump for the “attention” he’s managed to garner globally. Kimmel humorously critiques this perspective, comparing it to a ludicrous scenario of a homeless man waving a dirty diaper — entertaining, but not exactly “positive.”
A Fearful Network in Damage Control Mode?
Kimmel hypothesizes that Fox News’ insistent cheerleading for Trump’s policies is driven by fear. “They are terrified of him,” Kimmel remarked, suggesting that any deviation might result in Trump’s ire, potentially boosting ratings for competitors like Newsmax. According to The Daily Beast, Newsmax recently saw a brief surge in its stocks, surpassing Fox before a rapid decline, underscoring the volatile media landscape.
Fox vs. The World: Contrasting Narratives
To provide a balanced view, Kimmel assembles a montage contrasting the earnest reporting of the stock market’s slide by various networks against Fox’s somewhat dismissive coverage. One of the highlights includes a peculiar attempt by Fox & Friends’ Steve Doocy to race a horse, an act Kimmel describes as another example of their “embarrassing” coverage priorities.
The Undercurrent of Satirical Critique
Throughout his segment, Kimmel’s commentary serves as a humorous yet fervent critique, summing up the serious implications of Fox’s editorial stance and its impact on public perception. With his trademark wit and candor, Kimmel seeks to unravel the convoluted storytelling Fox puts forth amid an economic predicament that deserves more sober discourse.
