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Trump Throws Shade at Oprah and Throws Fox News Under the Bus!

When Trump votes, he rants! Former President launches a surprise attack on Oprah Winfrey and Fox News—find out why!

It was an explosive Election Day in Palm Beach, Florida, when former President Donald Trump cast his vote and simultaneously threw a grenade of criticism at both Fox News and media mogul Oprah Winfrey. Immediately following his voting exercise, Trump took aim at Fox for airing clips of Winfrey’s speech in support of Vice President Kamala Harris, where she ominously warned that this election might be the former President's last hurrah if he were to win. Trump's scathing words described Fox News as 'ashamed' for allowing Oprah to have a platform, contrasting his candidacy against what he deemed a divisive message from an old friend turned foe.

While casting his vote at the Mandel Recreation Center, Trump didn't mince his words. “Oprah's a divider,” he stated, showcasing a stark shift in his once-friendly relationship with Winfrey. As the networks geared up for an all-out coverage blitz, Trump’s comments created a ripple that seemed to fluster Fox News hosts, who were grappling with the unpredictability of the election—and Trump himself. The segment on 'Fox & Friends' featuring a Trump voter backfiring only added to the chaotic election news cycle, leaving viewers in astonishment over political loyalty and surprising opinions from the electoral masses.

Interestingly, this clash isn’t new—Trump has had a rocky relationship with Fox News, where he's often found himself at odds over their coverage choices. The former President feels that by showcasing Winfrey's comments, they are not only undermining him but are also veering away from what he believes to be the station’s pro-Trump stance. The irony here is palpable: Fox has long been a mainstay for Trump supporters, yet even they are under fire as Trump expresses disapproval of one of their segments. Talk about a twist in the political soap opera!

In a larger context, Trump's fiery sentiment reflects the polarized atmosphere surrounding this election cycle. As the nation gears up to choose between two heavyweights, the digital age allows friction to heat up in real time, impacting how supporters view their beloved media outlets. Everything feels heightened as both Trump’s fervor and Oprah’s prominence remind us that in politics—or any frame of public culture—everyone's opinion matters, even when they clash spectacularly.

Fun Fact: Did you know Oprah has been a consistent political figurehead through encouraging voter registration for several elections? And on the side of election coverage, Fox News has had a significant impact on voter sentiments, with a viewership that often exceeds other news networks during key political events!