Donald Trump took aim at Fox News after the network invited economist Peter Schiff to discuss the economic outlook under Trump’s policies. The exchange quickly escalated into a public clash between the former president and the outspoken economist, drawing significant attention across social media.
During his appearance on the December 6 edition of Fox and Friends Weekend, Schiff warned viewers that inflation could worsen as Trump’s term continues, arguing that the economic pressures driving price hikes are still very much in play. When co-host Griff Jenkins pointed out that rising wages might soften the blow for some Americans and even suggested a cooling housing market could help younger buyers Schiff pushed back, predicting that the overall situation “isn’t going to get better for a long time.”
Trump fired back on Truth Social with a blistering message criticizing Fox News for featuring Schiff at all. He described the economist as a “Trump-hating loser” and questioned why the network would give him airtime. Trump insisted that prices are actually “coming down substantially,” despite recent data showing grocery costs rising over the past year. He ended his post by demanding Fox News identify who booked Schiff for the segment.
Schiff didn’t let the criticism go unanswered. Hours later, he challenged Trump to a debate on the U.S. economy, saying that if Trump truly believes Schiff is wrong, he should be willing to defend his policies directly.
The back-and-forth sparked wide reactions online. Some users praised Schiff for speaking candidly about the economic realities facing American families. Others argued that Trump wouldn’t bother debating him, claiming Schiff’s reputation isn’t strong enough to warrant the president’s time. Still, several commenters noted that Trump tends to attack only those he views as a threat suggesting Schiff’s critique struck a nerve.
The exchange highlighted a growing tension between Trump and Fox News, a network he once relied on for consistently favorable coverage. With economists warning of continued inflation and political pressure increasing, this latest dispute signals how sensitive the topic of economic performance has become heading into the coming months.
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