Chris Cuomo, the host of NewsNation, issued a stern warning to CNN analyst Scott Jennings on Wednesday, cautioning him about the potential consequences of continuing to use the term “illegal aliens.” Cuomo suggested that someone might physically confront Jennings over his choice of language.

This warning came after Jennings dismissed a statement from activist Cameron Kasky during a CNN panel discussion. Kasky had asserted that the term “illegals” is no longer acceptable. In response, Jennings questioned Kasky, repeatedly asking, “How are you going to enforce your edict on me?” This back-and-forth highlighted a growing tension over language and its impact in public discourse.

Cuomo, visibly frustrated, accused Jennings of trying to intimidate Kasky. In a video shared on social media, Cuomo challenged Jennings, saying, “What are you, a bully now? What are you, a tough guy?” He emphasized that Kasky was correct in advocating for more respectful language, noting that referring to individuals as “illegal” is dehumanizing.

Cuomo further explained that both Democrats and Republicans had previously agreed to adopt the term “undocumented” over “illegal,” as the latter was deemed less humane. He argued that this shift in language was well-established, urging Jennings to acknowledge the importance of choosing words that reflect dignity and respect for all individuals.

“A long time ago, Democrats and Republicans agreed to call them ‘undocumented’ instead of ‘illegal’ because it seemed inhuman,” he argued. “That’s why. They changed the vernacular, and you know it!”  

“What are you, you’re a tough guy now?” Cuomo continued. “I thought you were supposed to be the simpering-but-open-to-conversation Trump defender.” 

Growing increasingly unhinged, the ex-CNN star then suggested Jennings might end up getting assaulted. 

“Be careful. You wanna be a tough guy, there are plenty of tough guys out there,” Cuomo said. “You wanna see how somebody can make you say ‘illegal’? And then what are you gonna do, sue, tough guy?”

He continued, ”So if somebody beats your ass because you’re being rude and disrespectful and causing division in this country that’s causing distress and pain all over the streets and making people wanna hurt one another — if you really wanna be a part of that, as the expression goes, FAFO. 

“Don’t be a tough guy.”