Video: Biden Curses at Fox News Reporter Not Realizing His Microphone is On

U.S. President Joe Biden, seemingly unaware that his microphone was on, called a Fox News reporter a "son of a bitch" when the reporter attempted to ask him a question about inflation.

The incident was broadcast on American television networks during a meeting at the White House with economic advisors. Ahead of the meeting, reporters began directing questions to the U.S. leader.

First, they asked him about the situation surrounding Ukraine, to which Biden expressed frustration that they were asking about Ukraine rather than the prices, which he intended to discuss with his aides. Following that, a reporter asked, "Will you answer a question about inflation? Do you think inflation is a political liability in the midterms?"

After that, reporters were being ushered out of the room, and Biden, speaking to himself, remarked, "Inflation is a big deal. What a stupid, son of a bitch."

As reported by the network, Biden later personally called the reporter to smooth things over.