BREAKING: Donald Trump has set his sights on CBS Mornings co-host Gayle King, declaring her career “over” amid declining ratings for the morning show. In a series of posts on social media, Trump claimed he had “strong word” that King is at risk of losing her job, following his previous comments about other TV hosts facing similar fates.
This urgent development comes as CBS Mornings struggles with viewership, attracting only 1.8 million viewers last month, trailing behind Good Morning America with 2.625 million and Today with 2.297 million. Reports indicate internal concerns over the show’s “woke” content may be contributing to its performance.
Trump’s remarks were sparked by a New York Post article citing a source who claimed CBS Mornings’ audience “doesn’t want woke,” particularly criticizing progressive segments. The source stated, “The morning show audience wants optimism and cheer and joy,” implying that King’s recent interview with Bob the Drag Queen did not resonate with viewers.
In a post on Monday, Trump expressed, “Gayle King’s career is over. She should have stayed with her belief in TRUMP. She never had the courage to do so. No talent, no ratings, no strength!!!” His comments come in the wake of CBS settling a lawsuit with Trump for $16 million, which notably cleared the path for federal approval of an $8 billion merger between CBS and Skydance.
Throughout their history, King and Trump have exchanged barbs, particularly during the 2020 election. King once remarked on Trump’s claim of being “the least racist person in the room,” questioning, “I wondered, who else was in the room?” She has previously criticized Trump for his comments regarding Black communities, stating they were “insulting” and generalized their experiences.
As CBS faces these challenges, attention turns to what actions the network may take regarding King’s future. The Daily Beast has reached out to King’s representatives for comment on these developing events.
With the television landscape shifting and audiences demanding different content, all eyes will be on CBS Mornings to see how they respond to Trump’s latest attack and whether King’s position remains secure. Stay tuned for further updates as this story unfolds.