UPDATE: A shocking statement from Fox News host Jesse Watters has ignited outrage after he called for the United Nations to be “bombed” following an elevator malfunction involving Donald Trump during his visit to UN headquarters in New York. During a primetime segment, Watters suggested that the incident could be viewed as “sabotage,” claiming, “Daddy’s not happy,” referring to Trump’s displeasure.
In a segment aired just moments ago, Watters referenced a report from the Times stating that UN staff joked about disabling escalators and elevators to make Trump walk the stairs upon his arrival. “This is an insurrection,” he declared emphatically.
Watters continued, “What we need to do is either leave the UN or we need to bomb it. It is in New York, though. There might be some fallout.” The extreme rhetoric has raised alarms, especially as it follows Trump’s own light-hearted comments about the elevator and teleprompter issues during his speech at the UN.
In his remarks, Trump joked, “These are the two things I got from the United Nations – a bad escalator and a bad teleprompter,” adding humorously, “If the First Lady weren’t in great shape, she would have fallen. We’re both in great shape.” This light-hearted approach contrasts sharply with Watters’ incendiary suggestion.
The White House is now demanding an investigation into the elevator malfunction, with Watters claiming it could have endangered “the most beautiful First Lady in American history.” Sources later informed the Daily Beast that the mishap was due to someone accidentally activating the emergency stop.
This incident marks yet another controversial statement from Fox News, which has been under scrutiny for inflammatory rhetoric. Just last week, host Brian Kilmeade faced backlash for suggesting that mentally ill homeless individuals should be “killed” during a discussion about crime in America. His comments followed the tragic murder of Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska in Charlotte, North Carolina, leading to a heated national debate on homelessness and mental health.
Rep. Don Beyer of Virginia responded to Kilmeade’s remarks on social media, emphasizing the plight of America’s homeless population, which includes over a million children and many veterans. “Nobody deserves to be murdered by the government for mental illness or poverty,” he asserted, criticizing the callousness of Fox hosts.
As these events unfold, the implications for public discourse and the treatment of marginalized groups are profound. The outrage over Watters’ comments is likely to spark further discussions about accountability in media and the responsibilities of public figures.
Next Steps: Watch for reactions from political leaders and advocacy groups as they respond to the incendiary remarks. Additionally, a growing public outcry may lead to calls for accountability and a reevaluation of the rhetoric used by major news outlets.
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