Jon Stewart Mocks Fox News’ Contradictory Protest Coverage
In a viral segment on The Daily Show, Jon Stewart dismantled Fox News’ contradictory criticism of the “No Kings” protests. The network initially dismissed demonstrations as too radical and diverse, only to later mock them for being dominated by “old white people.”
Stewart quipped, “First, they complain that protests are too radical, too young, too diverse. Now, suddenly, it’s a problem that there are too many ‘old white people’? Fox News, make up your damn mind.” His takedown highlighted Fox’s shifting narrative, sparking widespread backlash.
Fox News’ Hypocrisy Exposed
The controversy began when Fox anchors like Tucker Carlson and Laura Ingraham targeted the No Kings protests—a grassroots anti-authoritarian movement—for attracting older, predominantly white crowds. Critics accused the network of undermining protests regardless of their demographics.
Stewart emphasized the absurdity: “The goalposts aren’t just moving—they’re doing gymnastics.” His segment resonated with viewers, racking up millions of views online.
Broader Backlash and Reactions
Media analysts noted Fox’s pattern of dismissing protests based on arbitrary criteria. Meanwhile, social media users echoed Stewart’s critique, with hashtags like #MakeUpYourMindFox trending.
Political commentator Ana Kasparian added, “They don’t care about consistency—just opposing dissent.”
