Fox News apologizes for showing old video of a Donald Trump at transfer ceremony

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Fox News apologized for mistakenly airing old footage of a hatless Donald Trump during coverage of a dignified transfer ceremony for U.S. soldiers killed in the Middle East war.
Critics speculated without evidence that the network intentionally used old footage to make Trump appear more respectful, though Fox News stated it was an honest error.
The incorrect footage was used in two Sunday morning telecasts, but the correct footage was shown at other times, including on Saturday.
Fox News anchor Griff Jenkins issued an on-air correction, expressing respect and condolences to the families of the fallen soldiers.
Some critics, like Mehdi Hasan of Zeteo, argued that such a mistake would have been a major scandal if made by another network.
Johnny 'Joey' Jones, a Fox News co-host and veteran, expressed embarrassment over the mistake, calling it unacceptable despite believing it was unintentional.
Jones urged critics to direct their frustrations at him rather than his colleagues, emphasizing the sacred nature of honoring fallen heroes.

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