Rupert Murdoch’s Empire Again Seeks to Influence Trump’s Veepstakes, This Time Through Wall Street Journal

SUMMARY

News Corporation’s Rupert Murdoch is attempting to influence former President Donald Trump’s selection for a 2024 vice presidential candidate. The Wall Street Journal editorial board praised North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum and criticized Senators J.D. Vance and Marco Rubio. While the New York Post endorsed Burgum, Fox News host Sean Hannity reportedly supports Rubio. Murdoch’s media outlets have shifted from opposing Trump to trying to steer his VP choice, favoring candidates like Burgum and Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin. The editorial board criticized Vance for opposing military aid to Ukraine and Rubio for advocating industrial policy, showcasing a misunderstanding of GOP voters.