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media1 year ago

"Joy Reid's On-Air F-Bomb Apology Sparks Controversy"

MSNBC host Joy Reid apologized after being caught on a hot mic using profanity during a segment discussing border policy and President Biden's remarks. The incident occurred as Reid played a clip of Biden's speech, and her comment was perceived by some as directed at the president. The segment highlighted ongoing negotiations on a bipartisan deal tying border policy changes to funding for Ukraine, with potential implications for the 2024 election. Reid later apologized on air for the incident.

politics2 years ago

"Chris Christie's Fiery Exit from 2024 Race: Hot Mic Controversy and GOP Fallout"

Former New Jersey governor Chris Christie was caught on a hot mic saying GOP presidential candidate Nikki Haley will "get smoked" in the primary race, moments before ending his 2024 presidential campaign. Christie also mentioned Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis and criticized Haley's campaign spending. Despite leaving the race, Christie did not immediately endorse any of his former competitors and has been a vocal critic of former president Donald Trump. This incident has left the anti-Trump movement splintered, with Christie defying calls to bow out.

sports2 years ago

"Bills Reporter's Apology for Hot Mic Criticism of Stefon Diggs Sparks Controversy"

A reporter for the Buffalo Bills, Maddy Glab, apologized for comments made on a hot mic criticizing receiver Stefon Diggs. Glab expressed regret for her remarks, stating that she meant no ill will and had great respect for Diggs. She clarified that her comments were meant as a joke and that Diggs has always treated the media with respect. Glab's apology acknowledged that she was in the wrong and emphasized that Diggs was not at fault.

sports2 years ago

"PGA Championship Round 2: Controversial Language, Surprising Shots, and Tight Leaderboard"

Rory McIlroy's reaction to a poor tee shot at the PGA Championship was caught by a hot mic, with the Northern Irishman shouting an expletive. Despite the frustration, McIlroy was able to birdie the hole and finish his round 1-under, even par for the tournament. Only 11 golfers are currently under par at Oak Hill Country Club, with Scottie Scheffler and Corey Conners tied for the lead at 5-under par.

media2 years ago

Former NYC News Anchor and Priest Fired for Hot Mic Insult.

Ken Rosato, a longtime news anchor for a local ABC affiliate in New York City, was fired after allegedly calling his co-host a derogatory term on a hot mic. Rosato had previously worked as a priest in Florida while pursuing a journalism career. The church he worked for, Saint Anthony of Padua Catholic Community, is not directly associated with Roman Catholicism but follows similar ideals and allows divorce and contraception. Rosato has not commented on his dismissal, and the reason for his firing has not been publicly disclosed.

media2 years ago

ABC7 Anchor Ken Rosato Fired for Offensive Hot Mic Comment.

Ken Rosato, a longtime news anchor at ABC7 in New York City, was fired after making crass comments that were caught on a hot mic. Initially, it was thought he made a racist remark, but it was later reported that he called his co-anchor Shirleen Allicot a 'c***.' The station has yet to comment publicly on Rosato's dismissal, and his presence has been scrubbed from ABC New York's website and social media.

entertainment2 years ago

ABC7 Anchor Ken Rosato Fired Over Hot Mic Comment.

Ken Rosato, a longtime anchor for ABC 7's "Eyewitness News This Morning," was allegedly fired after referring to his co-anchor Shirleen Allicot with a vulgar term on a hot mic. The incident reportedly occurred while Rosato was off the air, but his remark was picked up on an open mic. ABC has not commented on the situation, and Rosato's bio has been removed from the station's website.

media2 years ago

ABC7 Anchor Ken Rosato Fired Over Hot Mic Comment After 20 Years Alongside Sam Champion.

Ken Rosato, a longtime news anchor for ABC7 in New York City, has reportedly been fired after making an off-color remark that was caught on a hot mic. The exact comment is unknown, but an unnamed source speculated that it may have been a racial slur, which Rosato's representative denied. His colleagues were not told the reason for his firing. Rosato had worked for ABC7 since 2003 and was best known for anchoring its Eyewitness News This Morning program.