In a recent interview, CNN's Jake Tapper faced criticism from Megyn Kelly regarding his coverage of former President Joe Biden, particularly concerning a notable gaffe Biden made about the late congresswoman Jackie Walorski. Kelly challenged Tapper for not addressing this incident or other signs of Biden's decline during their interview. While Tapper admitted to some interview shortcomings, he defended his questioning, emphasizing that he did inquire about Biden's age and the public's growing concerns regarding his fitness for office, underscoring a complex relationship between journalism, accountability, and political narratives.
Kelly insisted that the gaffe about Walorski demanded further scrutiny. "You just forgot that Jackie Walorski was dead... You lowered the flags... 13 days before you sat with him."
Despite Kelly's accusations, Tapper defended aspects of his interview, stating, "I did ask him about his age and the American peopleâs concerns... They're watching you and they are concerned..."
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