Alabama TV news anchor quotes Muslim Brotherhood founder, sparking backlash: ‘Why is she still working?’
Senator Tommy Tuberville condemned the Alabama news station for quoting the founder of the Muslim Brotherhood, calling it 'pure insanity.'
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Alabama TV news anchor Ashonti Ford faced significant backlash, including from Senator Tommy Tuberville, after quoting Muslim Brotherhood founder Hassan al-Banna during a sign-off. The station apologized, citing an editorial lapse rather than a personal choice by the anchor.
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