Former Fox News host and self-proclaimed commentator, Megyn Kelly, has sparked outrage among critics by defending her recent endorsement of Donald Trump. In a Q&A interview published in the New York Times on March 29, Kelly explained how she transitioned from a adversarial relationship with Trump to an enthusiastic supporter.
In 2016, Kelly faced intense backlash and threats from Trump’s supporters due to her coverage of him. She even needed armed bodyguards for protection. However, Kelly stated that she grew tired of the constant hostility and stress it caused her as a journalist. She wanted Trump to “just lay off” and move on.
Fast-forward to 2024, Kelly appeared onstage with Trump at a campaign rally and endorsed him, sparking concerns about journalistic ethics. When asked by New York Times reporter Lulu Garcia-Navarro if she had crossed a “red line for most journalists,” Kelly defended her actions, explaining that she was now focused on commentary rather than hard news.
Kelly acknowledged that she owned up to her bias on Trump and had previously never considered endorsing him. However, she claimed that her current role as a commentator allowed her to cross this “line” in a way that wouldn’t have been possible before. The interview has raised questions about Kelly’s commitment to journalistic integrity and her newfound alignment with Trump.
Source: https://www.alternet.org/trump-megyn-kelly-ny-times