The 'Fake News' Fight Benefits Media

Surprise firings, criminal investigations and vague statements that have world leaders scratching their heads has turned President Donald Trump's administration into political theater.

And the media – one of Trump's favorite go-to targets- is reaping the benefits, according to CNBC. Experts expected media ratings to normalize after the election when the NFL and other popular TV shows started to air. That's clearly not the case.


Trump's fight against 'fake news' has been a boon for media companies from CNBC.