Critics slam Jim Acosta using previously maligned 'thoughts and prayers' call in Afghanistan report
August 29, 2021 at 17:41 PM EDT
CNN anchor Jim Acosta encouraged CNN viewers on Saturday to set aside politics and offer "thoughts and prayers" for tragedies that are unfolding in Afghanistan. But the CNN anchor was quickly reminded of the times he criticized others for offering "thoughts and prayers" and didn't set aside politics.
