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Tucker Carlson asks ‘why the hysteria’ over Fox’s Biden ‘wannabe dictator’ chyron
Tucker Carlson asks ‘why the hysteria’ over Fox’s Biden ‘wannabe dictator’ chyron
Tucker Carlson ridiculed his former employer Fox News and Democrats over the broadcaster’s chyron that briefly described Joe Biden as a “wannabe dictator”. Releasing the fourth episode of his Twitter show Tucker on Twitter on Thursday, Carlson questioned the apology tendered by Fox News following the gaffe. He likened Mr Biden’s personality to that of Iraqi president Saddam Hussein, North Korea’s Kim Il-sung and Romania’s tyrannical communist dictator Nicolae Ceausescu. “But why were they angry? If the banner on Fox was false? Why the hysteria?” asked Carlson in his show that was launched as a counter to his Fox primetime slot after being forced to resign. On Tuesday night, Fox News broadcasted a chyron – a caption superimposed over the lower part of a video image – beneath split-screen videos that showed Donald Trump addressing supporters live in New Jersey and Mr Biden speaking at the White House earlier in the day. “Wannabe dictator speaks at the White House after having his political rival arrested,” read the chyron. Fox News said the “chyron was taken down immediately and was addressed”. Carlson claimed the Fox News producer responsible for the chyron resigned. “Those words were up for less than 30 seconds, but the effect was immediate. Inside Fox, the women who run the network panicked,” he said in his long rant. He said the channel “scolded the producer who put the banner on the screen” and claimed the producer later resigned. He questioned why Democrats reacted to the chyron with anger. “But why were they angry? If the banner on Fox was false? Why the hysteria? Lies don’t seem to bother anyone anymore. If some cable news producer had called Joe Biden a genius or accused him of being secretly Sudanese, would anyone be yelling about it?” Carlson said. “Would Fox News have apologized for it? Probably not. But calling Joe Biden a wannabe dictator, that stung.” In a mocking tone, Carlson proceeded to enumerate the various ways in which Mr Biden “could never be” considered a dictator. He sarcastically referred to government surveillance of phones and bank accounts, as well as a purported suppression of “peaceful protests” such as the events that unfolded during the Jan 6 riot. The comments come as Daily Beast reported that Fox News producer Alexander McCaskill had parted ways with the network. Fox News has sent Carlson a cease and desist letter ordering him to stop releasing shows on Twitter. Fox’s attorneys wrote to Carlson demanding he stop posting Tucker on Twitter videos, the first two episodes of which attracted a combined 169 million views. The right-wing network has been locked in a bitter contractual dispute with its former primetime anchor since he left in the aftermath of the $787m Dominion Voting Systems pay out in April. Read More Fox News cuts off White House briefing just as ‘wannabe dictator’ Biden chyron mentioned White House condemns Fox News chyron calling Biden ‘wannabe dictator’ as broadcaster walks back accusation Tucker Carlson spins new conspiracy on Trump’s arrest as his new Twitter rant defies Fox threat AP News Digest 3 am Trump's promise of payback for prosecution follows years of attacking democratic traditions Biden is returning to his union roots as his 2024 campaign gears up
2023-06-16 16:58
Internet calls '1000-lb Sisters' star Tammy Slaton 'best aunt ever' as she plays with her nephew Glenn in video: 'Her love is undeniable'
Internet calls '1000-lb Sisters' star Tammy Slaton 'best aunt ever' as she plays with her nephew Glenn in video: 'Her love is undeniable'
Fans praised '1000-lb Sisters' star Tammy Slaton as she had a fun time with her sister Amy's younger son Glenn
2023-07-20 09:57
‘What the ...’: Whoopi Goldberg avoids blunder on 'The View' after she cuts off Lala Kent to slam Tom Sandoval's 'absurd' contraceptive device claim
‘What the ...’: Whoopi Goldberg avoids blunder on 'The View' after she cuts off Lala Kent to slam Tom Sandoval's 'absurd' contraceptive device claim
Whoopi Goldberg avoids blunders by heading to a commercial break, but this time, she simply shook it off with a disappointed look on her face and a little chuckle
2023-06-07 11:52
Why is Alexa Davalos leaving 'FBI: Most Wanted'? Fans slam 'stupid decision', threaten to boycott show
Why is Alexa Davalos leaving 'FBI: Most Wanted'? Fans slam 'stupid decision', threaten to boycott show
Alexa Davalos became part of the series at the commencement of Season 3 portraying Kristin Gaines, a former Naval Intelligence Officer
2023-08-09 19:58
Is Blueface OK? Rapper shares update after getting stabbed at gym during boxing workout
Is Blueface OK? Rapper shares update after getting stabbed at gym during boxing workout
According to officials, rapper Blueface was stabbed at a boxing gym in Reseda on Wednesday and was taken to the hospital
2023-08-24 09:21
Tickets for UK's Glastonbury music festival sell out 'within an hour'
Tickets for UK's Glastonbury music festival sell out 'within an hour'
Ticket's for next year's Glastonbury music festival were snapped up Sunday within an hour of going...
2023-11-19 20:26
What is ‘Secret Invasion’ about? Plot of MCU’s action-adventure series explained
What is ‘Secret Invasion’ about? Plot of MCU’s action-adventure series explained
Earth will soon be invaded by Skrulls in ‘Secret Invasion’
2023-06-11 13:46
Amid labor turmoil in Hollywood, Broadway seems to avoid a strike
Amid labor turmoil in Hollywood, Broadway seems to avoid a strike
Broadway and the touring theater community seem to have avoided a labor disruption like the one that has silenced the film and television industry
2023-07-21 00:55
'Devastated' Hugh Jackman says 'it's a difficult time' soon after announcing end of 'loving marriage'
'Devastated' Hugh Jackman says 'it's a difficult time' soon after announcing end of 'loving marriage'
Hugh Jackman and Deborra-Lee Furness, who met on the sets of an Australian TV series in 1995, announced their split on Friday, September 15
2023-09-17 06:21
CBS Mornings' Gayle King channels 'Beyonce concertgoer' for Halloween, fans say 'recreate the look on air'
CBS Mornings' Gayle King channels 'Beyonce concertgoer' for Halloween, fans say 'recreate the look on air'
Gayle King decked out in silver to recreate her Renaisssance tour look in a subtle tribute to Beyonce
2023-10-30 11:21
How old is Harrison Ford? 'Indiana Jones 5' star breaks 24-year record for being oldest actor to star in a Disney film
How old is Harrison Ford? 'Indiana Jones 5' star breaks 24-year record for being oldest actor to star in a Disney film
Harrison Ford famously made a joke about what it would feel like to continue portraying Indiana Jones at the age of 80, and he has done it!
2023-07-13 19:47
'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’ star Oscar Isaac reveals perfect role for Pedro Pascal in sequel
'Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse’ star Oscar Isaac reveals perfect role for Pedro Pascal in sequel
Oscar Isaac and Pedro Pascal's friendship is admired by all, so it came as no surprise when Isaac suggested him for the next 'Spider-Verse'
2023-06-04 11:49