Rich Lowry Denies Using N-Word During Megyn Kelly Interview

National Review editor-in-chief claims mispronunciation amid backlash over viral video clip.

Rich Lowry, editor-in-chief of National Review, faced criticism for allegedly using the N-word while discussing Haitian migrants on 'The Megyn Kelly Show.'
Lowry and his colleagues assert that he began to mispronounce 'migrants' and corrected himself mid-word, with no intent to use a racial slur.
The incident sparked a social media firestorm, with many users convinced that Lowry nearly uttered the N-word.
Prominent figures such as David French and linguist John McWhorter defended Lowry, describing the incident as a 'tongue tied moment.'
Despite defenses, the video clip continued to circulate widely, fueling ongoing debates about intent and interpretation.