Written by Ashton Snyder on
 February 2, 2025

Harris Faulkner sets new ratings milestone against The View

Fox News host Harris Faulkner achieved a significant ratings victory by outperforming ABC’s The View for the first time.

Faulkner's program, The Faulkner Focus, outpaced The View in viewer count in January, marking a milestone for Fox News amid its continued cable news dominance, as the Daily Caller reports.

In January, The Faulkner Focus averaged 2.552 million viewers in its 11 a.m. time slot, compared to the 2.508 million viewers tuned into The View.

This shift comes as a part of Fox News' ongoing success in cable news ratings, where it maintained its spot as the most-watched cable news network. In total, Fox News attracted 2.7 million viewers overall, with an average of 1.9 million tuning in throughout the day.

Fox News Programs See Ratings Success

In addition to Faulkner's triumph, several other programs on the network also reported record ratings. Shows such as America’s Newsroom, America Reports, and Outnumbered witnessed increased viewership. Particularly noteworthy was The Five, Fox News’ top-rated program, which captivated 4.76 million total viewers.

Meanwhile, Jesse Watters Primetime and Hannity continued to draw large audiences, securing 4.12 and 3.76 million viewers, respectively.

This significant viewership boost was evident during the period of President Donald Trump’s inauguration, drawing attention to the network's influential position in the media landscape.

 Political Stance and Ratings Performance of The View

The View, known for its critical stance toward Trump dating back to 2015, experienced a peak in ratings after significant political events.

The day after the November 2024 election marked its highest viewership in a decade, with 4.4 million viewers. This episode was the most watched since Barbara Walters’ farewell in May 2014.

However, despite such peaks, the show couldn't maintain consistent overall ratings compared to Faulkner’s program. This development indicates a potential shift in viewer preferences during daytime programming hours.

Divergent Perspectives Offered by Hosts

Reflecting on her recent accomplishment, Faulkner expressed deep gratitude toward her team. "I could not grab this big win without my wonderful team," she said. Highlighting the dedication and effort behind the program, she added, "It’s a testament to the hard work and passion we put into bringing Americans the latest news and analysis on what matters most to them." Faulkner emphasized the value of The Faulkner Focus as a forum where all sides of an issue are respected.

Contrastingly, The View co-host Sunny Hostin shared a critical viewpoint of recent events, articulating her concerns following Donald Trump’s election victory over former Vice President Kamala Harris. Hostin described feeling "profoundly disturbed" by the outcome and expressed fear over Trump's potential influence on power dynamics in the country.

Controversies at The View

Hostin has speculated about the reasons behind Latino voters’ support for Trump, attributing it to "misogyny." This comment reflects ongoing discussions and debates about voting patterns within diverse communities. Additionally, in an October segment, co-host Whoopi Goldberg made allegations, without providing evidence, suggesting that Trump might attempt to target interracial marriages. These controversial assertions indicate a possible ongoing ideological disparity between the viewpoints showcased on The View and those favored by other audiences.

Responding to the evolving media landscape, Fox News and its competing networks like CNN and MSNBC are facing different challenges. While Fox News has surged in viewership, CNN and MSNBC have noted a decline in their ratings compared to previous years.

Implications for Broadcasting and Future Trends

This change in ratings and audience preferences carries significant implications for network strategies moving forward. The broadcast industry, particularly cable news, will likely need to adapt and innovate to align more closely with viewer interests and concerns.

The January ratings win for The Faulkner Focus over The View further highlights shifting dynamics in viewer loyalty and engagement. As various programs continue to vie for audience share, understanding viewer interests remains crucial.

As the media environment evolves, the significance of choices made by viewers during pivotal news cycles becomes increasingly important for networks. It will be intriguing to observe how program formats and content strategies adapt in response to these trends in the coming months.

Ultimately, these developments reveal insights into audience behavior, media consumption habits, and the complex relationship between political events and media viewership.

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