Fox News Host Apologizes for Suggesting ‘Lethal Injection‘ for Homeless Individuals
New York, NY – fox News presenter Brian Kilmeade issued an apology after suggesting “a deadly injection or something” as a solution for violent homeless individuals, sparking widespread condemnation from politicians and advocacy groups. The remark came during a discussion on Fox & Friends following the murder of 23-year-old Iryna Zaroetska, a Ukrainian refugee who was stabbed to death in north Carolina by a man with a history of frequent offenses and prior psychiatric treatment.
During the broadcast, co-presenter Lawrence Jones argued for the forced institutionalization of violent homeless individuals who refuse treatment. Kilmeade then added the controversial suggestion, prompting minimal reaction from his colleagues at the time. The program, which attracts approximately 1.5 million viewers daily and recently hosted former President Donald Trump, quickly drew criticism.
Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell questioned whether the comment represented a call for the euthanasia of homeless people, while California Governor Gavin Newsom, a fellow Democrat, responded with a biblical quote referencing compassion for the poor. Republican Adam Kinzinger labeled the statement “sick.” Christine Quinn, director of a New York homeless shelter, called the remark “inhumane” and invited Kilmeade to volunteer at her facility to gain firsthand experience.
Kilmeade afterward apologized during a weekend edition of Fox & Friends. “During the discussion, I incorrectly presented fatal injection. I apologize for that heartless comment,” he stated. “Of course I am aware that not all the homeless with psychological problems behave like the perpetrator in North Carolina. Many of them deserve our empathy and compassion.”
Fox News has not issued a broader statement regarding the incident, and it remains unclear whether Kilmeade will accept Quinn’s invitation to visit the homeless shelter. The incident highlights ongoing debates surrounding mental health, homelessness, and public safety in the United States.
