Far-right provocateur Candace Owens had a meltdown over a satirical article by The Babylon Bee, leading to a heated exchange between Owens and the website's editor in chief. Owens has been in the news for her attacks on Jews and was labeled the 'Antisemite of the Year'. The Bee defended the article, sparking further backlash from Owens and others on the right.
Key Points
Candace Owens had a public meltdown over a satirical article by The Babylon Bee
The article made a joke about Christmas being started by the birth of a Jew, which Owens found offensive
Owens has been criticized for her attacks on Jews and was labeled the 'Antisemite of the Year'
The Bee defended the article, leading to further backlash
Pros
The article sparked discussion about the line between satire and offense
Cons
The controversy led to heated exchanges and accusations