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Reaction to meteorologist Sam Kuffel’s firing from Milwaukee CBS for saying Elon Musk ‘Nazi saluted twice’

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1 year ago

January 23, 2025

Reaction to meteorologist Sam Kuffel’s firing from Milwaukee CBS for saying Elon Musk ‘Nazi saluted twice’

A Milwaukee TV meteorologist lost her job Wednesday for posting to Instagram that Elon Musk “Nazi saluted twice” on Inauguration Day.

Employees at WDJT-TV (Channel 58) were told Wednesday that weather forecaster Sam Kuffel was no longer with the station, as reported by the Journal Sentinel.

As news of Kuffel’s firing reached the community, a number of people, nationally and locally, both supported and opposed the move by the local CBS affiliate.

Musk was speaking during the inauguration celebration Monday and was thanking supporters of President Donald Trump for the election result when he put his right hand to his heart and then fiercely threw his arm forward with palm facing down akin to a Nazi salute. Musk then did it a second time.

There’s debate on when that gesture originated, but many argue the Roman empire, hence why some refer to it as the Roman salute. Italy’s fascist leader, Benito Mussolini, his party, and the Nazis in Germany copied the idea, adopting a similar gesture with a slightly lower extended hand. The move is illegal in several countries, including Germany.

After making the gestures, the billionaire, born in South Africa, continued his speech, saying, “My heart goes out to you” while placing his hand on his chest. “It is thanks to you that the future of civilization is assured.”

The Anti-Defamation League, an antisemitism and human rights watchdog, called it an “awkward gesture” and urged caution in jumping to conclusions, but some self-identified white supremacists said they were emboldened by the gestures.

In one post on her personal Instagram account, Kuffel posted a picture of Musk at the podium, saying, “Dude Nazi saluted twice. TWICE. During the inauguration.”

She added, “You (expletive) with this and this man, I don’t (expletive) with you. Full stop.”

Kuffel then posted a GIF from “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” on Instagram along with the saying, “Screw that old (expletive). He’s a Nazi.”

On Tuesday, conservative radio host Dan O’Donnell sharply criticized Kuffel for her two Instagram posts, accusing her of “spreading the lie that Elon Musk was giving a Nazi salute.” He labeled her posts “vulgar.”

Kuffel’s biography and picture had been removed from Channel 58 website by Wednesday afternoon.

“Meteorologist Sam Kuffel is no longer employed at CBS58,” said the staff memo from news director Jessie Garcia that was obtained by the Journal Sentinel. “A search for a replacement is underway.”

A spokeswoman for Weigel Broadcasting Co. confirmed via email late Wednesday that Kuffel was no longer with Channel 58. But the spokeswoman said she couldn’t comment further because this was a personnel issue.

Kuffel, 31, developed a social media following locally, typically commenting on Wisconsin sports teams and providing weather updates. She couldn’t be reached for comment Wednesday.

According to her LinkedIn page, Kuffel joined Channel 58 more than five years ago. She previously worked at WAOW-TV (Channel 9) in Wausau after graduating from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee in 2016. She was also a regular on the all-sports radio station WRNW-FM (97.3).

O’Donnell’s tweet and Kuffel’s subsequent firing set off a firestorm of social media reactions.

Supporters say Kuffel called it accurate and she should ‘sue’

Some support Kuffel’s firing and are joyous

Reddit photo likens O’Donnell to Hitler, radio host responds

Debate on Reddit heated up quickly. A photo of O’Donnell with a drawn on Adolf Hitler mustache began to circulate. The conservative radio host took to X on Wednesday:

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‘I couldn’t believe it’: Milwaukee man killed in Easter weekend shooting

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8 hours ago

April 6, 2026

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An Easter weekend shooting claimed the life of a 40-year-old father and grandfather. Family has identified the victim as Tremayne “Trell” Montgomery. Milwaukee police responded to the shooting near Hampton and Fond du Lac avenues at 11:50 p.m. Saturday night. Montgomery’s family said he was at Fremos, a nearby bar, before the shots rang out. “I couldn’t believe it. Another victim to our society. Mine, one of mine. It hits different when it hits home,” said Sommer Jordan, Montgomery’s sister. Jordan and dozens of other family members and friends gathered together Sunday to honor Montgomery’s life. “You see everybody out here? We’re out here to celebrate his life, not his death, but his life,” said Janae Jordan, another one of his sisters.Montgomery died at the scene, and police are still trying to identify the shooter. “I have faith that we will get justice for Tremayne Montgomery,” said Janae Jordan.”We will. We will,” added Sommer Jordan.As Montgomery’s family now seeks justice, the Milwaukee Police Department is asking anyone with information on the shooting to contact them at 414-935-7360. Callers may remain anonymous by contacting Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS or by using the P3 Tips app.Loved ones described Montgomery as an entrepreneur who always put family first. They have started an online fundraiser to help cover the unexpected funeral costs.

MILWAUKEE —

An Easter weekend shooting claimed the life of a 40-year-old father and grandfather.

Family has identified the victim as Tremayne “Trell” Montgomery.

Milwaukee police responded to the shooting near Hampton and Fond du Lac avenues at 11:50 p.m. Saturday night. Montgomery’s family said he was at Fremos, a nearby bar, before the shots rang out.

“I couldn’t believe it. Another victim to our society. Mine, one of mine. It hits different when it hits home,” said Sommer Jordan, Montgomery’s sister.

Jordan and dozens of other family members and friends gathered together Sunday to honor Montgomery’s life.

“You see everybody out here? We’re out here to celebrate his life, not his death, but his life,” said Janae Jordan, another one of his sisters.

Montgomery died at the scene, and police are still trying to identify the shooter.

“I have faith that we will get justice for Tremayne Montgomery,” said Janae Jordan.

“We will. We will,” added Sommer Jordan.

As Montgomery’s family now seeks justice, the Milwaukee Police Department is asking anyone with information on the shooting to contact them at 414-935-7360. Callers may remain anonymous by contacting Crime Stoppers at 414-224-TIPS or by using the P3 Tips app.

Loved ones described Montgomery as an entrepreneur who always put family first. They have started an online fundraiser to help cover the unexpected funeral costs.

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Milwaukee Police are seeking a critically missing woman 68-year-old woman

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20 hours ago

April 5, 2026

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Milwaukee Police are seeking a critically missing woman 68-year-old woman

MILWAUKEE— Milwaukee Police are asking for help finding a critically missing woman.

Authorities say 68-year-old Marguerite Richmond was last seen this morning around 8:00 a.m. near 66th and Ruby Avenue.

She’s described as a Black female, 5-foot-4, about 117 pounds, with brown eyes and short gray hair styled in two braids.

Police say she was last seen wearing a black coat, purple pajamas, and black slippers.

Anyone with any information is asked to call the Milwaukee Police Department’s Seventh District at 414-935-7272.

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Brewers fall to Royals, split doubleheader in Kansas City

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April 5, 2026

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Brewers fall to Royals, split doubleheader in Kansas City

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Maikel Garcia of the Kansas City Royals tagged out while stealing by shortstop Joey Ortiz during the second game of a double-header at Kauffman Stadium on April 4. (Photo by Jamie Squire/Getty Images)

KANSAS CITY, Mo. – Salvador Perez’s solo homer highlighted a six-run sixth inning as the Kansas City Royals beat the Milwaukee Brewers 8-2 to earn a doubleheader split Saturday night.

By the numbers:

After Perez’s second home run of the year snapped a 2-2 tie, the Royals chased Brandon Sproat (0-1) with three consecutive two-out singles. Kansas City took an 8-2 lead when eight straight hitters reached safely after two were out.

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Sproat pitched 3 2/3 innings, allowing four runs on four hits and three walks with four strikeouts.

Royals starter Seth Lugo threw 103 pitches in five innings, allowing two runs on four hits and two walks, striking out seven.

Nick Mears (1-0) earned the victory pitching a hitless sixth inning.

Eli Morgan recorded his second career save — and first since 2023 — with three scoreless frames, striking out five.

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In the doubleheader, Kansas City relievers tossed 10 scoreless innings, allowing three hits while striking out 13.

Maikel Garcia had three of Kansas City’s 10 hits.

In the second inning, Carter Jensen doubled in two runs against Brewers opener Logan Henderson.

Milwaukee promptly tied the game in the third with Brice Turang’s RBI triple and Garrett Mitchell’s RBI double.

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With three extra base hits Saturday, Mitchell collected six RBIs, including all of the Brewer’s five runs in their 5-2 victory in game one of the split doubleheader.

Sal Frelick exited the game with left side tightness while hitting a fourth-inning single.

What’s next:

Brewers LHP Kyle Harrison (0-0, 1.80 ERA) opposes Royals LHP Kris Bubic (1-0, 1.50) in the series finale Sunday.

The Source: The Associated Press provided this report.

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