Constructing (De)Legitimacy: Fox News, Newsmax, and Credibility in Conservative News Cultures
Journalism & Mass Communication Quarterly
Published online on March 25, 2026
Abstract
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As the American news ecosystem continues to evolve, there are ongoing negotiations about credibility and influence. In the wake of Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, media critics pointed to the growing influence of political ...
As the American news ecosystem continues to evolve, there are ongoing negotiations about credibility and influence. In the wake of Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 U.S. presidential election, media critics pointed to the growing influence of political ...