Why Trump Calls Fox News Poll on Big Beautiful Bill ‘Crooked’
A recent poll stirred things up.
And President Trump didn’t hold back his thoughts on the findings.
The ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Takes Center Stage
President Trump’s legislative agenda is rarely quiet, and his proposed federal budget, dubbed the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” is no exception.
It’s a cornerstone of his second term aspirations, aiming to reshape the nation’s finances.
The bill recently cleared the House and is now navigating the Senate.
Supporters argue it’s the key to economic prosperity and fiscal responsibility.
Poll Sparks Controversy
Fox News released a poll that quickly became a major talking point.
The survey aimed to gauge public opinion on the “Big Beautiful Bill.”
But its results immediately drew sharp criticism from the highest levels.
President Trump himself took to social media to voice his disapproval.
Trump Fires Back at Fox News Poll
The President didn’t mince words about the Fox News survey.
He questioned its accuracy and the motivations behind its release.
Here’s what he posted:
President Donald Trump, Thursday morning on Truth Social: “The Crooked FoxNews Polls got the Election WRONG, I won by much more than they said I would, and have been biased against me for years. They are always wrong and negative. It’s why MAGA HATES FoxNews, even though their anchors are GREAT. This has gone on for years, but they never change the incompetent polling company that does their work.”
He suggested the polling firm itself was “incompetent.”
And claimed the network’s polls have a history of being “wrong and negative” regarding him.
This highlights the ongoing tension between the President and certain polls or media reports.
Voices on the Bill
The bill itself is generating significant debate among politicians.
House Speaker Mike Johnson remains a staunch advocate.
House Speaker Mike Johnson, a Louisiana Republican, on X on June 11: “It’s clear: The American people SUPPORT our One Big Beautiful Bill. Republicans in Congress will get this done and deliver real relief for the American people!”
His message directly contradicts the narrative presented by the poll.
Even within the Republican party, there are discussions about the bill’s specifics.
Representative Thomas Massie, a Kentucky Republican, on X (formerly Twitter) on June 10: “BBB does not cut enough spending to offset its tax cuts and new spending. Even using schizophrenic math and rosy economic assumptions, there’s no scenario in which this bill doesn’t increase our deficits every year that Trump is President and Mike Johnson is Speaker.”
Democrats, as expected, are highly critical of the proposed legislation.
Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer, a New York Democrat, on X on June 10: “While billionaires get more tax breaks, here is what the so-called ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ means for the rest of America: Health care costs go up, Hospitals and health centers close, 850,000 health care workers lose their jobs. This bill is ugly. It’s a betrayal to the American people.”
The Democratic National Committee echoed similar sentiments.
Democratic National Committee (DNC) Chair Ken Martin in a statement emailed to Newsweek: “Donald Trump and his GOP allies are giving their billionaire backers another massive tax handout and forcing hardworking Americans—firefighters, teachers, and police officers—to foot the bill. While Trump lines the pockets of the ultra-wealthy, working families will be worse off.”
This highlights the intense political battle surrounding the bill, with starkly different views on its potential impact.
Understanding Trump’s Disappointment
Recent reports also indicated President Trump was reportedly “Very Disappointed” in Elon Musk over comments related to the bill.
Details on Musk’s specific comments remain somewhat limited, but the report signals that the President expects alignment from allies on key initiatives like the “Big Beautiful Bill.”
It underscores the importance the President places on this legislation.
The Poll’s Specifics Emerge
The Fox News poll, conducted between June 13 and 16 with 1,003 registered voters, reported that 59 percent of Americans surveyed opposed the House-approved federal budget bill, while only 38 percent favored it.
The poll also suggested that less than half of Republicans surveyed believed the bill would help their own families, although nearly two-thirds of Republicans in the survey reportedly supported the bill overall.
These are the numbers that triggered the President’s strong reaction and his accusation that the poll was “crooked” and biased against him.
The survey also touched on economic sentiment, noting that while positive ratings had risen slightly since March, pessimism about the broader economy and concerns about inflation remained significant.
Trump’s job approval rating in the poll was reported at 46 percent approval to 54 percent disapproval.
What Happens Next
Despite the poll results, the “Big Beautiful Bill” continues through the legislative process in the Senate.
The administration and Republican leaders in Congress remain focused on getting it passed.
The President’s sharp critique of the Fox News poll shows his determination to control the narrative and dismiss findings that don’t align with his view of the bill’s broad support and positive impact.
The debate, and the political fight, are clearly far from over.