November 6th 2024.
After a long night of election coverage, Channel 4's Emily Maitlis left the studio with a mix of emotions. She had just been praised for her tough interview with Boris Johnson, but now faced the news that Donald Trump was nearing a confirmed victory in the race to become the 47th President of the United States. It was a moment that left her reeling, and perhaps even cursing under her breath.
Maitlis' interview with Johnson had been the highlight of the evening, as she grilled the former Prime Minister about his behavior and whether he exhibited any similarities to Trump. But now, in the early hours of the morning, it seemed that Trump had won the election, defeating Democrat candidate Kamala Harris after a close race.
Maitlis and her co-host Krishnan Guru-Murthy had been covering the latest updates of the election all night, with a lineup of guests including Johnson and Stormy Daniels. During her interview with Johnson, Maitlis had called him out for his "Trump-like behavior" such as his disregard for institutions and the rule of law. Johnson, in turn, took the opportunity to plug his new book, "Unleashed", multiple times throughout the interview.
Maitlis and Guru-Murthy had been hosting the programme from Washington DC, providing viewers with updates and insights from the guests. But as the news of Trump's victory became more and more apparent, Guru-Murthy was left alone in the studio with several guests. He jokingly mentioned that Maitlis had been swearing in response to the news, a testament to her passionate and outspoken nature.
On social media, viewers praised Maitlis for her tough handling of Johnson during the interview. Many were impressed with her ability to "eviscerate" him with her questions, while others found joy in watching her "tear him apart". Even in the early hours of the morning, the internet was abuzz with admiration for Maitlis and her unrelenting journalistic approach.
But as the night went on, it became clear that Trump had won the election. Maitlis, like many others, was left disappointed and frustrated. She had hoped to see Harris become the first female President in US history, but it seemed that Trump would continue his reign for another four years.
As the news sunk in, Maitlis and Guru-Murthy continued to provide updates and analysis for their viewers. But amidst the chaos and uncertainty, Maitlis couldn't help but wonder about the future. She asked Johnson if Trump's victory would inspire him to make a political comeback, to which he responded by plugging his book once again. Maitlis, not one to mince her words, declared that she had no intention of reading it.
As the night drew to a close, Maitlis reflected on the events of the evening. She couldn't understand why they had spent so much time talking about Johnson when the US election was far more interesting and significant. But through it all, she had remained true to her journalistic values, asking tough questions and holding those in power accountable. And for that, viewers and fellow journalists alike praised her for her unwavering dedication to her craft.
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