During Channel 4's live coverage of the 2024 US election, journalist Emily Maitlis delivered a scathing critique of former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, accusing him of adopting 'Trump-like' behavior during his time in office. Johnson, who appeared as a Trump supporter, faced sharp questioning from Maitlis, who highlighted the parallels between his actions and those of Donald Trump. The exchange has garnered widespread praise for Maitlis, with many viewers applauding her for holding Johnson accountable on an international stage. The incident has reignited discussions about Johnson's political legacy and his controversial ties to Trump.
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Boris Johnson annihilated by Emily Maitlis and Brian Cox in jaw-dropping US election scenes
Boris Johnson was completely annihilated by newsreader Emily Maitlis and Succession star Brian Cox during the Channel 4 coverage of the US election. While the votes for convicted criminal Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris were being counted ...
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Emily Maitlis praised for slamming Boris Johnson’s ‘Trump-like behaviour’ on US election night
Journalist Emily Maitlis has been praised for “eviscerating” former Prime Minister Boris Johnson during Channel 4’s live coverage of the US election, calling the politician’s behaviour “Trump-like”.
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Boris Johnson’s humiliation is complete – thank you, Emily Maitlis
Obviously, tonight belonged to a different dangerous egotist. But you almost have to commend Johnson for thinking that his appearance could be in any way promotional, rather than just a reminder to the still-awake British public, tuning in until the first exit polls before heading to bed, that he ever had any proximity to Trump.
