The hosts of "Fox & Friends" weren't thrilled when they discovered that Barack Obama had filmed a cutesy Buzzfeed video advertising the upcoming Affordable Care Act deadline, and it was released on the same day he announced the death of Islamic State hostage Kayla Mueller.
Elizabeth Hasselback called Obama's behavior a "chronic issue," pointing to his August 2014 decision to go golfing after speaking about the beheading of journalist James Foley.
But Geraldo Rivera wasn't quite as appalled, noting that the video promotes signing up for health insurance -- and failure to do so can result in a $400 penalty.
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“The timing is horrible, Elizabeth, there's no doubt about it,” Rivera said. “But I notice that he did get almost six million hits on the video. He’s appealing to a young crowd that doesn’t consume traditional media. … If he can really reach out and make more effective some of these government programs, whatever you think of them, then I don't have a serious objection."
"I’m Republican but a fair man," Geraldo shortly added, "and if he can reach the young audience with this stuff to do the right thing then I’m okay with that.”
In case you missed it, take a look at Obama's Buzzfeed video below:
H/T Mediaite
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US President Barack Obama makes a toast during a State Dinner at Rashtrapati Bhawan, the Presidential Palace, in New Delhi, India, January 25, 2015.
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US President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama greet former Indian Prime Minister Manmoham Singh (R) during a receiving line prior to a State Dinner at Rashtrapati Bhawan, the Presidential Palace, in New Delhi, India, January 25, 2015.
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Aides at Rashtrapati Bhawan, the Presidential Palace, hold towels and hand sanitizers for US President Barack Obama to use following a receiving before a State Dinner in New Delhi, India, January 25, 2015.
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Members of the press and staff take photographs in fog as they arrive for a State Dinner in honor of US President Barack Obama at Rashtrapati Bhawan, the Presidential Palace, in New Delhi, India, January 25, 2015.
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Guests take photographs in fog as they arrive for a State Dinner in honor of US President Barack Obama at Rashtrapati Bhawan, the Presidential Palace, in New Delhi, India, January 25, 2015.
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US House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi arrives for a State Dinner in honor of US President Barack Obama at Rashtrapati Bhawan, the Presidential Palace, in New Delhi, India, January 25, 2015.
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Kitchen staff warm up by a fire as they prepare a State Dinner in honor of US President Barack Obama at Rashtrapati Bhawan, the Presidential Palace, in New Delhi, India, January 25, 2015.
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Cooks preparing food outside for a State Dinner in honor of US President Barack Obama at Rashtrapati Bhawan, the Presidential Palace, in New Delhi, India, January 25, 2015.
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Chefs preparing food for a State Dinner in honor of US President Barack Obama at Rashtrapati Bhawan, the Presidential Palace, in New Delhi, India, January 25, 2015.
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Guests attend a State Dinner in honor of US President Barack Obama at Rashtrapati Bhawan, the Presidential Palace, in New Delhi, India, January 25, 2015.
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Dancers perform prior to a State Dinner in honor of US President Barack Obama at Rashtrapati Bhawan, the Presidential Palace, in New Delhi, India, January 25, 2015.
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Dancers perform prior to a State Dinner in honor of US President Barack Obama at Rashtrapati Bhawan, the Presidential Palace, in New Delhi, India, January 25, 2015.
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US President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama stand for the American National Anthem prior to participating in a receiving line before a State Dinner at Rashtrapati Bhawan, the Presidential Palace, in New Delhi, India, January 25, 2015.
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Kitchen workers gather round a warm flame outside the Rashtrapati Bhavan, the presidential palace, as US President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama and Indian President Pranab Mukherjee participate in a State Dinner, in New Delhi, India, Sunday, Jan. 25, 2015.
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Dancers leap on stage during a cultural performance for US President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama, before a State Dinner at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, the presidential palace, in New Delhi, India, Sunday, Jan. 25, 2015. Obama's arrival Sunday morning in the bustling capital of New Delhi marked the first time an American leader has visited India twice during his presidency. Obama is also the first to be invited to attend India's Republic Day festivities, which commence Monday and mark the anniversary of the enactment of the country's democratic constitution.
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Performers are seen on stage during a cultural performance for US President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama, before a State Dinner at the Rashtrapati Bhavan, the presidential palace, in New Delhi, India, Sunday, Jan. 25, 2015. Obama's arrival Sunday morning in the bustling capital of New Delhi marked the first time an American leader has visited India twice during his presidency. Obama is also the first to be invited to attend India's Republic Day festivities, which commence Monday and mark the anniversary of the enactment of the country's democratic constitution.
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A worker applies a fresh coat of paint to the street lines as India prepares for the Republic Day celebrations in New Delhi, India, Saturday, Jan. 24, 2015. U.S. President Barack Obama arrives in New Delhi on Sunday for a three-day visit to talk with Prime Minister Narendra Modi and to be the chief guest in India's Republic Day parade marked annually on Jan. 26.
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US President Barack Obama greets actor Kal Penn during a receiving line before a State Dinner at Rashtrapati Bhawan, the Presidential Palace, in New Delhi, India, January 25, 2015. )
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Indian President Pranab Mukherjee (2nd L) greets actor Kal Penn (L) alongside US President Barack Obama (R) and First Lady Michelle Obama (2nd R) during a receiving line before a State Dinner at Rashtrapati Bhawan, the Presidential Palace, in New Delhi, India, January 25, 2015.
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Rayapati Sambasiva Rao, Member of Indian Parliament and Chairman of the Committee on Violation of Protocol Norms and Contemptuous Behaviour of Government Officers, presents a scarf to US President Barack Obama during a receiving line before a State Dinner at Rashtrapati Bhawan, the Presidential Palace, in New Delhi, India, January 25, 2015.
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Indian President Pranab Mukherjee stands alongside US President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama as they greet Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi (R) during a receiving line prior to a State Dinner at Rashtrapati Bhawan, the Presidential Palace, in New Delhi, India, January 25, 2015.
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