Stephen A. Smith appearance on NewsNation during Biden-Trump debate coverage leaves viewers stunned: ‘This man is everywhere!’
ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith made a surprise appearance on NewsNation’s coverage of the first presidential debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump.
Biden and Trump debated each other live on Thursday night in the run-up to this year’s presidential election, which will take place in November.
While the verbal battle between the two men occasionally descended into chaos — with some bizarre jokes being exchanged — sports fans were most stunned when they saw Smith covering the debate as a guest panelist on NewsNation.
The First Take host, known for his animated analysis of a wide range of sports, appeared alongside host Chris Cuomo and radio personality Adam Carolla on the television network’s pre-show Debate Night with Chris Cuomo.
Stephen A. Smith made a surprise appearance in NewsNation’s coverage of the first debate between Joe Biden and Donald Trump
Biden and Trump debated directly on television on Thursday evening, ahead of this year’s presidential elections
Viewers were quick to express their surprise at his new role on social media, with one writing, “ESPN had Stephen A. Smith perform [NBA] draft coverage a few hours ago and now he’s on debate coverage. THIS MAN IS EVERYWHERE’.
Another joked: “Stephen A is doing side missions now.”
A third commented: “Bro everywhere.”
“WTH is Stephen A Smith doing there,” said another along with a series of laughing emojis, “he’s a “sportsman”.”
While someone simply asked, ‘When did Stephen A Smith become a political pundit?’
Appearing every weekday on ESPN’s First Take program, Smith is also the face of the network’s NBA coverage.
The 56-year-old has been discussing Biden and Trump’s upcoming elections on his podcast lately, and after seeing them lock horns on Thursday, he made his feelings clear on social media.
Viewers were stunned by ESPN sports commentator Smith’s appearance on NewsNation during the debate
The 56-year-old is known for his lively opinions on ESPN’s First Take show
Fans took to social media to express their shock at his new role as a political panelist
“So will you guys finally stop arguing with me about Biden??? Are your fears confirmed? @MichelleObama. @VP,” Smith wrote of the current president on X.
‘Someone. Please help! DID Biden’s team want this? His staff, His loved ones…. How can you put him there like that! How could you!’
Experts are calling on Biden to resign as leader of the Democrats after his performance in the debate, in which he briefly lost the thread a few minutes later.
The 81-year-old also appeared to stumble over his words on other occasions, raising concerns about his ability to lead the country for another term.