Chris Cuomo and Don Lemon Mock Trump’s Criticism of Fox News: They Have to Wean Him Off the Teat

CNN primetime hosts Chris Cuomo and Don Lemon combined forces to mock President Donald Trump for lashing out like a jilted lover after Fox News hosted a town hall with Democratic 2020 contender Pete Buttigieg.

“What did Fox do that was so terrible? They’re giving his 2020 opponents air time. They’re doing their job,” Cuomo pointed out to Lemon.

He added: “That’s what they’re supposed to do. [Trump] has to know that. He has to know that. How do you go bad on people that carried you like a newborn for months?”

Since becoming president, Trump has famously avoided appearing on cable TV news shows outside of Fox News and the Fox Business Network, where he often enjoys softball interviews and praise from hosts like Sean Hannity and Lou Dobbs.

Lemon also noted the absurdity of Trump complaining about Fox News’ disloyalty, especially since the network is known for its full-throated support of his campaign and presidency.

“Because they carried you like a newborn for months and they have to wean him off, they’ve got to get him off…” Lemon said, before trailing off.

“The teat,” Cuomo said, finishing the thought.

“I’m glad you said it,” Lemon replied, breaking into laughter.

“I worked at Fox News, I know there are good people there to this day,” Cuomo continued. But he pointed out that Trump’s affinity for any news organization, even Fox News, begins and ends with its positive coverage of him.

“At night, they’re learning the lesson that everybody else has learned, D. Lemon. If you are on the president’s side, it’s only as warm as he wants it to be in the moment,” he said. “And when he goes bad on you, the sun goes away.”

“It’s a double-edged sword, though, Chris,” Lemon countered. “I’m not running for president, but if I was I would consider whether I should do [appear on Fox News] or not. …I’d be worried about providing a platform and money and people paying television adds to an organization that spreads hate and propaganda.”

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