URGENT UPDATE: CNN anchor Erin Burnett expressed her outrage on live television over shocking social media activity linked to E.J. Antoni, President Trump’s nominee to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Burnett’s reaction came during her show, “OutFront,” on Friday, where she discussed new investigative findings from KFILE reporter Andrew Kaczynski.
Burnett stated that Kaczynski’s investigation unveiled a series of “sexually degrading” and “bigoted” remarks made by Antoni, raising immediate concerns regarding his suitability for this critical government position. “This person has a digital trail that suggested Kamala Harris got to where she got, advanced her career, through sexual favors,” Burnett revealed, stressing that this is just the “tip of the iceberg.”
According to Kaczynski, Antoni’s online presence includes a disturbing array of posts filled with misogynistic comments, anti-gay slurs, and conspiracy theories regarding the 2020 election and COVID-19. “It’s highly disturbing,” he warned, noting that Antoni’s role is vital to the U.S. economy and requires a trustworthy leader, not one with a “highly partisan” background.
Among the troubling tweets highlighted was a 2019 post where Antoni directed offensive comments toward then-Senator Kamala Harris, stating, “You can’t run a race on your knees.” Kaczynski confirmed that Antoni shared this tweet multiple times, further mocking Christine Blasey Ford with derogatory remarks during the Kavanaugh hearings.
In a particularly alarming February 2020 tweet, Antoni dished out advice for women to attract a “great guy,” suggesting they should be in shape, grow out their hair, learn to cook, and avoid being “annoying.” His posts also included a jab at late Senator John McCain, reflecting a pattern of offensive and divisive rhetoric.
Burnett condemned the tweets as “hateful” and “stunning,” emphasizing that some content was so vulgar it couldn’t be shown on-air. She described one image of Harris as “beyond pornographic,” underscoring the urgent need for accountability in public office.
In response to these revelations, the White House defended Antoni, stating, “President Trump has nominated Dr. E.J. Antoni to fix the issues of the BLS and restore trust in the jobs reports.” The administration claims Antoni possesses the experience necessary to implement solutions aimed at improving the accuracy of job data.
This developing story raises significant questions about the implications of social media conduct for public figures and their ability to serve in government roles. As more details emerge, the scrutiny on Antoni’s past behavior is likely to intensify. Stay tuned for further updates as this story unfolds.
Watch the clip of Erin Burnett’s reaction and the full report from KFILE for more shocking insights.
