Fox News Host Threatens Divorce Over Kamala Harris Vote
Fox News host Tucker Carlson has sparked outrage with his comments on Sen. Kamala Harris's (D-CA) vote to confirm Ketanji Brown Jackson to the Supreme Court. During his show on Tuesday night, Carlson said that he would "divorce" his wife if she voted for Harris in the 2020 presidential election.
Backlash to Carlson's Comments
Carlson's comments were met with widespread backlash on social media, with many people accusing him of sexism and misogyny. Some people also called for Fox News to fire Carlson for his remarks.
In a statement, Fox News said that it "does not condone the personal attacks made by Tucker Carlson against Senator Harris." The statement added that Fox News is "committed to fostering a respectful and inclusive workplace."
Carlson Defends Comments
Carlson has defended his comments, saying that he was simply expressing his opinion. He has also said that he does not believe that his comments were sexist or misogynistic.
In an interview with The New York Times, Carlson said that he was "joking" when he said that he would divorce his wife if she voted for Harris. He also said that he was "not trying to be offensive."
Impact of Carlson's Comments
Carlson's comments have had a negative impact on Fox News. The network has lost several advertisers in the wake of his remarks, and its reputation has been damaged.
It is unclear what the long-term impact of Carlson's comments will be. However, it is clear that his remarks have caused a great deal of controversy and outrage.