A Texas television news anchor faces backlash after making a remark during a live broadcast that critics say was inappropriate. According to multiple outlets, the anchor, James Eppler, reacted to K-pop group BTS-themed Oreos and made a joke framed as spelling out “Death to America.” The comment quickly drew public criticism online and prompted calls for accountability, with commentators and media observers pointing to concerns about the statement’s meaning and tone. Both reports describe the incident as occurring during the anchor’s on-air segment and emphasize that it involved a misinterpretation or wordplay connected to the BTS collaboration packaging. While the outlets report the public reaction and the controversy surrounding the remark, neither describes official outcomes such as disciplinary action or formal statements from the station. The incident remains a focal point of discussion among viewers, who react to whether the joke was offensive or unprofessional.
Texas anchor faces backlash over ‘Death to America’ joke involving BTS-themed Oreos
A Texas television news anchor faces backlash after making a remark during a live broadcast that critics say was inappropriate. According to multiple outlets, the anchor, James Eppler, reacted to K-po...
- James Eppler, a Texas TV news anchor, makes a remark during a live broadcast.
- The joke is tied to BTS-themed Oreos and is described as implying “Death to America.”
- The comment triggers public backlash and criticism from viewers and online commentators.
- Reports agree the controversy centers on the anchor’s on-air phrasing and timing.
- No confirmed official disciplinary outcome is detailed in the reports cited.
Fox News anchor James Eppler in Texas sparked waves of backlash after joking that K-pop group BTS's collaboration with OREO spelled out 'Death to America.'
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