Overview

• Donald Trump attacked Karl Rove on Truth Social, calling him a 'total loser' following Rove's appearance on Fox News criticizing Trump's tariff messaging and economic priorities.
• Rove, a prominent GOP strategist, likened Trump's tariff rhetoric to 'Mr. Scrooge,' suggesting it alienates ordinary Americans by implying they must 'do with less.'
• Rove urged Trump to focus on strengthening the economy, curbing inflation, and using an Oval Office address to clarify his policy goals ahead of a potential second term.
• Trump's criticism of Rove came hours after he demanded Fox News host Howard Kurtz retire over Kurtz's critique of Trump's decision to oust National Security Advisor Mike Waltz.
• This public clash highlights growing tensions between Trump and Fox News insiders, exposing fractures within the conservative media landscape.