Kevin O’Leary, the well-known businessman and Shark Tank personality, in a surprising revelation during a segment on Fox News’s Outnumbered, left the panel stunned with his insights into former President Donald Trump’s unparalleled control over the media landscape. O’Leary’s observations, shared on Thursday, February 15, shed light on the media’s fixation on Trump, which has overshadowed ongoing legal proceedings involving DA Fani Willis in Georgia.
Host Harris Faulkner turned to O’Leary for his perspective on witness testimony related to the case against Trump. However, what followed was a revelation about the unprecedented dominance Trump maintains over both paid and unpaid media channels.
O’Leary, drawing on recent data, highlighted the sheer volume of media coverage dedicated to Trump, surpassing that of any other political figure, including current President Joe Biden and potential rival Nikki Haley. According to O’Leary’s media analytics expertise, Trump’s presence accounts for approximately 80% of unpaid media coverage—a feat deemed unprecedented.
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Despite the relatively insignificant impact of the ongoing legal case in Georgia on national policy, O’Leary underscored Trump’s persistent influence that continues to command headlines. He acknowledged the divisive nature of Trump’s persona and policies but emphasized the undeniable allure of his media presence, effectively diverting attention from substantive policy discussions.
During a moment of reflection among the panel, O’Leary noted, “Trump has done something no one’s ever done before. I’m not saying it’s good or bad. He has sucked the oxygen out of the room for every competitor he has, including Nikki Haley. Even Biden doesn’t get as much network time as he’s getting now.”
O’Leary’s insights prompted a reevaluation of the shifting dynamics of media coverage in the era of Donald Trump. Despite his absence from the political spotlight, Trump’s enduring influence continues to reshape the landscape of public discourse and media consumption.
