Trump blasts de Blasio as NYC's worst mayor after Fox News clash

Donald Trump has once again spoken out against Fox News after former New York City mayor Bill de Blasio clashed with hosts on the TV channel.

The Democratic politician joined Fox News' Election Night coverage on Tuesday, November 3, alongside Kayleigh McEnany, Bret Baier, Martha MacCallum and Karoline Leavitt.

De Blasio argued that the Democratic Party's focus on affordability was "one of the reasons Democrats are winning tonight."

He said, "Clear, consistent message on affordability: that's what they need to work on when they get into office. Not chasing after impeachment - and I put Pete Hegseth aside when I say that for a moment 'cause I think his case is particular."

He continued, "But in general, Democrats need to talk about kitchen table issues, pocket book issues, do something about it and challenge the president in a productive way."

De Blasio added, "Say, 'Hey, we're putting this on the table, sign it. We want to give people back those Medicaid opportunities to get healthcare. We want to make sure the American people can actually pay their bills.'"

He said, "Put that kind of legislation on the table in front of the president, and if he'll sign it, God bless, then we're moving forward our nation."

He concluded, "If he won't sign it, he's cooking the Republicans' goose even more for 2028."

However, 38-year-old McEnany, who served as the White House press secretary during the first Trump administration from 2020 to 2021, said she hoped the so-called "Trump derangement syndrome" will keep Democrats from addressing affordability.

She then went on to mention some of the "socialist" policies put forward by Democrats Abdul El-Sayed, Troy Jackson, Claire Valdez and Angie Nixon, mentioning the latter's hesitation in describing Cuba as a dictatorship.

McEnany then said she hoped de Blasio would have "the courage of Haley Stevens to say, 'I reject that.'"

Democratic Michigan Representative Stevens cross-endorsed Republican Senate candidate Mike Rogers after withdrawing her previous support for her former primary rival, Democrat El-Sayed.

However, de Blasio accused his fellow panelist of missing the point, as he said, "That's not what people are voting on."

He added, "I've been on many Fox programs. I respect this network, but I've gotta tell you guys - you're missing the plot."

He said, "The American people are looking at a war they do not believe in, and they did not authorize. They're looking at prices that..."

Trump did not stay silent about the exchange.

In a statement reported by multiple outlets, Donald Trump said Bill de Blasio is the "worst mayor" in New York City history.

The comment came directly after de Blasio's Fox News appearance.

De Blasio served as the 109th mayor of New York City from 2014 through 2021.

His tenure was marked by a mix of progressive policy achievements and controversies, including his failed 2020 presidential campaign.

Trump, a native New Yorker who built much of his public persona in the city, has a long history of feuding with local politicians.

This is far from the first time Trump has criticized de Blasio.

During de Blasio's time in office, Trump frequently attacked him on social media, calling him incompetent and accusing him of mismanaging the city.

The 2026 midterm elections have dramatically reshaped Washington, with Democrats projected to regain control of both the House of Representatives and the Senate.

The results are being viewed as a major setback for President Donald Trump, limiting his ability to advance his legislative agenda during the final two years of his presidency.

Democrats made gains in several traditionally Republican states, while historic victories were recorded in key gubernatorial and congressional races.

De Blasio's comments on Fox News came as part of the broader Democratic argument that the party's message on economic issues resonated with voters.

The former mayor's appearance on a network often critical of Democrats highlighted the internal Republican debates about messaging and strategy.

McEnany's pushback against de Blasio reflected a common Republican talking point that Democrats are too focused on divisive cultural issues.

But de Blasio insisted that voters care most about pocketbook issues and the ongoing war.

Trump's response — calling de Blasio the worst mayor in NYC history — was a direct personal attack rather than a policy rebuttal.

The exchange underscores the heightened tensions following the midterm results.