Will Biden Play Nice With the Press? It's Unlikely Copy link By Andrew Hirschfeld Copy link By Andrew Hirschfeld December16, 2020 Donald Trump’s open hostility toward the media will be one of the hallmarks of his presidency. His resentment of the press — using terms like “fake news” and “the enemy of the people” even as one of his supporters mailed explosives to news agencies — will be cemented in history. It’s understandable that the potential for Trump’s departure to offer a breath of fresh air has become an ongoing talking point for cable news stations and social media echo chambers. But historical precedent suggests it is very unlikely.