The first criminal trial of a former president took a shocking turn on Friday when a man set himself on fire near the courthouse, capturing the attention of cable news networks, especially CNN.
Max Azzarello from Florida ignited himself outside the Lower Manhattan courtroom, prompting CNN’s legal analyst and anchor, Laura Coates, to provide a dramatic live coverage of the incident. Initially mistaking the situation for an active shooter, Coates quickly corrected herself and described the horrifying scene as it unfolded.
While other networks hesitated to show the graphic footage, CNN continued to broadcast the blazing image of Azzarello, drawing both praise and criticism for their coverage. The Daily Beast reported high praise for Coates, with many calling for awards and recognition for her riveting reporting.
However, there was also backlash for the initial misreporting of the incident and the decision to air the graphic footage live. Critics, including former cable news host Keith Olbermann, condemned CNN for essentially providing live coverage of a suicide attempt.
The incident raised questions about the ethical considerations of showing disturbing imagery on live television, with CNN’s standards executives issuing new guidance to avoid re-airing the footage. Despite the controversy, Coates stood by her reporting, expressing shock and empathy for the man who set himself on fire.
The unexpected and harrowing event highlighted the challenges faced by cable news networks in covering breaking news, forcing them to make split-second decisions that can have far-reaching consequences.
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