Watchdog does not equal opposition.
Watchdog observes reports and makes sure the laws are obeyed, the checks and balances work, there is an appropriate level of transparency, investigates, etc.
The press can be a watchdog and still be helpful to the Presidency.
Leave the opposition to the Democrats.
Yes, but you are not going to get “watchdog”. Opposition is better than government approved, one party propaganda outlet like we have had for the last 8 years.