Sean Hannity praised as he addresses Gavin Newsom on remark about GOP 'putting rapists ahead of women'
NEW YORK CITY, NEW YORK: A war of words broke out between prominent figures on opposite sides of the political aisle this weekend. During an appearance on 'Fox & Friends', conservative host Sean Hannity issued a fiery response to recent controversial comments made by California Governor Gavin Newsom.
The Democratic leader had accused the Republican Party of prioritizing the rights of rapists over women. Hannity lashed out at what he called Newsom's "repulsive statement" and criticized the governor's sanctuary state policies, as per Mediaite.
His takedown quickly gained traction on social media, earning praise from online users grateful to see him challenge the left-wing governor.
Gavin Newsom slams Republican Party while discussing Alabama’s recent IVF decision
The interaction stemmed from a Friday, February 23, interview with CNN's Jake Tapper where Newsom criticized Republican abortion policies.
While discussing the implications of Alabama’s recent IVF decision, Newsom stated, "What about the right of people that want to start a family? You saw the stats: 65,000 births due to rapes since Dobbs in 14 states. Apparently, what the Republican Party is saying is, the rapists have more rights to bring those babies to birth than families that are trying desperately to have the privilege you and I have had as fathers and parents. It is a disgrace."
Sean Hannity fires back at Gavin Newsom over 'repulsive' comments about Republican Party
Newsom's striking comment quickly sparked a backlash from conservative figures. Among those condemning Newsom was Hannity. During a Saturday, February 24, 'Fox & Friends' appearance, Hannity referenced the Governor’s "repulsive" remarks and offered a fiery rebuttal.
"I’ll tell you, the comments yesterday made by Gavin Newsom about how Republicans are putting rapists ahead of the women that they impregnate — by the way, Gavin, repulsive statement by you," Hannity began.
He then spoke directly into the camera to address Newsom himself, placing blame on the California governor for crimes committed by illegal immigrants in California. Hannity tied Newsom’s sanctuary state policies to unvetted migration across the southern border.
"Every crime committed in your sanctuary state of California, including raping and the murders that have taken place, illegal immigrants, that is because of your policies, Joe’s open borders," Hannity asserted. He concluded that the Biden administration and Newsom himself bear responsibility for security risks associated with unchecked border crossings.
Internet erupts with praise for Sean Hannity following direct address to Gavin Newsom
Following Hannity's direct address to Newsom, social media erupted with praise for the conservative commentator. One YouTube user exclaimed, "Good for you Sean! Keep up the awesome work!" Another individual weighed in with, "Wow Hannity. Very good and perfectly spoken. Really very good."
One user took to social media to express their admiration, stating, "Hannity, just love the way you are! Amazing." Another person echoed this sentiment, saying, "Love Hannity. Classic good old-fashioned conservative."
The positive sentiment continued, with a user expressing gratitude, "Thank you Hannity." One user affirmed Hannity's standing, declaring, "Sean Hannity is a good man in my books."
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