Cussing, walking off show gets Novak suspended by CNN
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Chicago Sun-Times columnist Robert Novak swore and then stormed off the set of CNN's 'Inside Politics' Thursday, prompting CNN to suspend him indefinitely.
The suspension comes after prolonged pressure on Novak, who is at the center of a federal probe into the leaking of a CIA officer's identity.
Novak erupted while he and commentator James Carville were discussing a U.S. Senate campaign in Florida. After the columnist walked off the set, CNN correspondent Ed Henry said he had planned to ask Novak about his role in the investigation.
'Bob Novak's behavior on CNN today was inexcusable and unacceptable. Mr. Novak has apologized to CNN, and CNN apologizes to its viewers for his language and actions. We've asked Mr Novak to take some time off,' said CNN spokeswoman Edie Emery.
Novak did not return messages left Thursday evening.
Debate candidate's chances
During the show, Carville and Novak talked about the Senate candidacy of Republican Katherine Harris, who as Florida's secretary of state presided over the tumultuous 2000 presidential recount. Novak argued the opposition of Florida's Republican establishment might not necessarily hurt Harris.
''Let me just finish, James, please,'' Novak continued. ''I know you hate to hear me, but you have to.''
Carville, looking at host Ed Henry, said, 'He's got to show these right-wingers that he's got a backbone, you know. It's why the Wall Street Journal editorial page is watching you. Show 'em that you're tough.''
Carville then sat back in his chair, laughing.
''Well, I think that's bull
