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David Muir Faces Backlash for Self-Promotion During Wildfires

1/10/2025

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ABC anchor David Muir sparked outrage after he pinned his firefighter jacket during a live report on the devastating Los Angeles wildfires. Critics slammed him for appearing self-serving amid a crisis that has led to over 130,000 evacuations and tragic loss of life, overshadowing the real heroes battling the flames.

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ABC anchor David Muir sparked outrage after he pinned his firefighter jacket during a live report on the devastating Los Angeles wildfires. Critics slammed him for appearing self-serving amid a crisis that has led to over 130,000 evacuations and tragic loss of life, overshadowing the real heroes battling the flames.