Even Fox News Admits New Hampshire Result Was Bad for Trump, Good for Biden: A Closer Look

Summary

The transcript covers a satirical news segment analyzing former President Trump's underwhelming victory in the 2024 New Hampshire GOP primary. It highlights Trump's angry response to rival Nikki Haley's strong showing and her argument that Trump is a proven loser, costing Republicans election after election. The segment notes warning signs for Trump, including polls showing 35% of GOP voters won't support him, but acknowledges he could still win the nomination before a likely general election loss.

Takeaways

• 😠 Trump won the New Hampshire primary but was angry and threatened investigations against Haley
• 😬 Trump got only 50% of the vote and 35% of Republicans said they wouldn't vote for him
• 🤨 Fox News remains overly friendly to Trump, failing to challenge him
• 👎 Trump has cost the GOP several key elections recently
• 😐 Haley pointed out Trump is unpopular and a loser
• 😠 Trump baselessly implied Haley has skeletons in her closet
• 😳 Trump can't graciously celebrate a victory or ignore criticism
• 🙄 Trump exaggerated about losing 15-20 pounds
• 😟 Biden performed decently as a write-in candidate
• 💡 Haley's strong performance reflects Republicans' increasing dissatisfaction with Trump

Q & A

What was Trump's reaction to his underwhelming primary result in New Hampshire?

Trump was angry and dismissed the results, claiming Nikki Haley's strong showing of over 40% support was based on 'fake numbers.' He insulted her speech and dress and said she actually lost.

What warning sign from the New Hampshire primary upset Trump?

A Fox News survey found 35% of Republicans said they would not vote for Trump if he wins the nomination in November. This signals his unpopularity even among his own party.

How did Nikki Haley use the New Hampshire results against Trump?

Haley pointed out Republicans have lost many elections with Trump. She rallied her crowd by saying Trump is a loser and Democrats want to run against him.

Why does Seth Meyers say Trump fell 'ass backwards' into the presidency?

Meyers argues Trump has never won the popular vote and only won the electoral college because of the way some smaller Republican states are over-represented in the electoral college system.

What did Trump threaten Nikki Haley with if she wins the nomination?

Trump vaguely warned Haley would face investigations over unspecified minor transgressions he claimed to know about but did not detail, likely a baseless attempt to intimidate her.

How did Fox News' coverage favor Trump?

Fox gave Trump very favorable, softball coverage. For example, Brian Kilmeade interviewed Trump glowingly on his private jet and asked about his weight loss rather than policy.

What warning did Trump's former Press Secretary Kayleigh McEnany issue?

On Fox News, McEnany pointed out far more Republicans say they won't vote for Trump than Democrats who won't vote for Biden, signaling problems for Trump.

Why does Seth Meyers criticize Montana's representation in the electoral college?

Meyers jokingly questions if Montana is even real since it gets 4 electoral votes despite its small population and distant location.

How did Joe Biden perform in the New Hampshire primary?

Biden was not on the ballot but won a similar percentage to Trump as a write-in candidate after the DNC moved the primary date.

What joke did Seth Meyers admit failed regarding Trump's doctor?

Meyers said his joke implying Trump's doctor was actually a bucket with a stethoscope fell completely flat with the audience.