Overview

• CNN anchor John Berman apologized on air after reacting to a BBC clip of former President Joe Biden discussing his decision not to withdraw earlier from the 2024 presidential race.
• In the BBC interview, Biden stated that stepping aside sooner would not have made a difference for the Democratic Party’s prospects in the election.
• Berman’s visible cringe occurred immediately after the clip aired, prompting him to address viewers directly with an apology for his expression.
• The moment gained attention after being highlighted by outlets like The Daily Beast and circulated widely on social media.
• Co-host Alyssa Farah Griffin continued the segment without commenting on Berman’s reaction, illustrating the challenges of live news broadcasting.