Anderson Cooper Apologizes After On-Air Insult to GOP Guest

The CNN host called former New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu a 'dick' during a heated discussion about Elon Musk's government efficiency efforts.

During a discussion on CNN's Anderson Cooper 360, the host clashed with Chris Sununu over the Department of Government Efficiency's (DOGE) claims of uncovering government waste.
Cooper accused Sununu of putting words in his mouth, leading to the now-viral remark, 'Don't be a dick,' which Cooper later apologized for on air.
Sununu defended DOGE and Elon Musk's efforts, citing examples of alleged government waste, while Cooper and other panelists criticized the lack of evidence provided.
The exchange highlighted broader political tensions over transparency and accountability in federal spending under the Trump administration.
Sununu downplayed the incident, describing it as a lighthearted moment and likening it to a friendly argument over a beer.