President Biden Declines CBS Interview
In a surprising move, President Joe Biden has declined an interview request from CBS for the upcoming Super Bowl. This marks the second consecutive year that Biden has declined such a request, having also turned down a similar offer from Fox News last year.
CBS Sports Chairman’s Response
CBS Sports Chairman Sean McManus expressed his disappointment at Biden’s decision, stating, “There’s nothing more to say about it. We were prepared to do it. And the President declined the opportunity.” However, journalists couldn’t help but ask follow-up questions.
CBS Not Interested in Interviewing Trump
While speculation arose about the possibility of interviewing the opposing party’s presumptive candidate, Donald Trump, McManus quickly shut down any discussion of politics. “We’re here to talk about the game,” he said. Despite Trump offering to fill the vacant interview slot, CBS made it clear that they are not interested in interviewing him.
No Precedent for Political Figures
McManus emphasized that CBS is not a political show and that there is no precedent for interviewing any political figure other than the President. This decision has sparked mixed reactions among the American public, with half of the country agreeing with CBS’s stance while the other half believes it is unfair.
In an ever-divided political climate, it seems even sports events like the Super Bowl are not immune to controversy and political undertones. As the game approaches, the focus will likely shift back to the players and the excitement of the sport itself.