Media Analysis Shows 100% Negative Coverage of Hegseth, Musk Faces 96% Disapproval

Recent analyses from the Media Research Center and other outlets highlight overwhelmingly negative media coverage of President Donald Trump and members of his administration during the first 100 days of his second term. Trump received about 92% negative coverage from major networks, while his Secretary of Defense, Pete Hegseth, faced 100% negative coverage, and Department of Government Efficiency adviser Elon Musk received 96% negative coverage. These reports argue that the negative tone is disproportionate compared to the positive coverage received by previous administrations, such as Joe Biden’s 59% positive coverage in his first 100 days. Critics claim this media negativity is not reflective of actual public sentiment, asserting a disconnect between media narratives and real-world attitudes, particularly as some polls are said to underestimate Trump’s support. The White House has responded by mocking the media with a list of '100 DAYS OF HOAXES' and has pointed to polling inaccuracies and persistent negative framing. Overall, these accounts suggest that both Trump and his allies have faced concerted negative coverage that some see as an attempt to delegitimize their early policy accomplishments.