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Fox News Host Rejects Backlash to Josh Hokit Calling Michelle Obama a Man

Fox News Host Rejects Backlash to Josh Hokit Calling Michelle Obama a Man

Summary

UFC fighter Josh Hokit repeated a false claim that Michelle Obama is a man during a post-fight interview at a White House event. Fox News host Greg Gutfeld defended Hokit on air, refusing to condemn the comment and calling him a "troll," while others from both parties criticized the remark.

Key Facts

  • Josh Hokit made the false claim about Michelle Obama after winning a UFC fight on the White House lawn.
  • The claim is a long-debunked conspiracy theory with no factual basis.
  • Fox News host Greg Gutfeld declined to condemn Hokit's comment during a discussion on The Five.
  • Co-host Jessica Tarlov pressed Gutfeld to condemn the remarks, but he instead criticized Democrats for past rhetoric against Republicans.
  • Senator Lindsey Graham and UFC CEO Dana White publicly condemned Hokit's remarks.
  • Some conservatives, including former FBI Deputy Director Dan Bongino, found the comments amusing.
  • The incident sparked criticism from political figures on both sides and raised questions about the White House's response.
  • The White House and Michelle Obama's office were contacted for comments, but no official statements were noted in the article.
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