Newsmax is running ads on Facebook and Instagram that attack Fox News for being supposedly anti-Trump and pro-trans. Newsmax’s criticisms are a continuation of the network’s feud with its like-minded rival.
Newsmax has attempted to be an even more conservative alternative to Fox News, especially after former President Donald Trump’s loss in the 2020 election. The network has hired many of Fox News’ castaways, including several of whom left in disgrace.
Newsmax has hit a rough patch, as it was dumped by DirecTV this week.
As cable news begins gearing up for the 2024 primary, which already features candidate Trump, Newsmax has continued its attacks against Fox News by running ads on Meta’s Facebook and Instagram that go after the network. (Facebook advertising is a significant part of Newsmax’s publicity strategy.)
“Pres. Trump speaks out about Fox News and Newsmax! This will SHOCK you.”
In an ad that started running in variations beginning on December 30, Newsmax embeds a video of Trump stating that he “wouldn't say Fox has been exactly perfect” and there’s “been a big difference at Fox between now and what it was 4 years ago.” He went on to praise Newsmax, labeling them as “really good.”
