A live Fox News segment abruptly ended after former CIA analyst Rebekah Koffler appeared intoxicated on air, slurred President Trump’s name, and forced the network into an unscheduled commercial break.
At a Glance
- Rebekah Koffler mispronounced “Donald J. Trump” as “Donarl Jane Tramp” during live commentary
- The incident occurred during coverage of Trump’s 79th birthday and the U.S. Army’s 250th parade
- Koffler posted and deleted a pre-show image of champagne, suggesting pre-broadcast drinking
- Fox News quickly cut the segment, replacing her commentary with commercial filler
- The clip went viral and ignited backlash over guest vetting and editorial oversight
On-Air Meltdown at Trump Parade
During live Fox News coverage of the military parade honoring both the U.S. Army’s 250th anniversary and Donald Trump’s 79th birthday, guest analyst Rebekah Koffler appeared visibly intoxicated. Slurring her words, she attempted to praise the U.S. military while criticizing the “waste of foreign wars,” but her message quickly devolved into incoherence.
The segment turned chaotic when Koffler misnamed the former president as “Donarl Jane Tramp,” drawing stunned silence from the host. Within seconds, Fox cut away to commercials.
Watch a report: Fox News Guest Turns Up Drunk During Trump Parade Coverage.
Pre-Show Post Raises Questions
Koffler had earlier posted a photo of herself drinking champagne while waiting for the broadcast—an image that was quickly deleted but not before screenshots circulated. Social media users noted her appearance seemed disoriented and her speech heavily slurred from the start.
Her attempt to discuss troop sacrifice and patriotism was largely incoherent, further raising questions about how such a guest made it to air during a high-profile event.
Viral Reaction and Network Fallout
Clips of the blunder spread rapidly online. “Fox News brings on Rebekah Koffler… but she seems to be heavily intoxicated, so they cut away with quickness,” one viewer posted, echoing a broader sentiment of disbelief.
Critics questioned the network’s editorial control and guest-screening process. Fox News has not yet issued an official statement regarding the incident, but internal sources say producers were blindsided by Koffler’s condition.
As networks continue to navigate live political coverage, this episode underscores the risks of inadequate guest oversight—especially in an election season already rife with spectacle and scrutiny.
