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Gregg Wallace Apologises for “Middle-Class Women” Comment

And, President Biden pardons son Hunter.

Today, we look at Gregg Wallace’s apology for suggesting allegations against him came from "a handful of middle-class women of a certain age".

He stepped back from MasterChef last week after allegations were made that he had made inappropriate comments while working on the show. Wallace has denied behaviour of a sexually harassing nature. Culture and media editor Katie Razzall explains where it all leaves him, MasterChef, and the ý.

Plus, Sumi Somaskanda, chief anchor for ý World, joins James to explain why President Biden has pardoned his son. Plus, what this means for Biden’s legacy as he prepares to leave office.

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Newscast brings you daily analysis of the latest political news stories from the ý. It was presented by James Cook. It was made by Jack Maclaren with Bella Saltiel and Maddie Drury. The technical producer was Johnny Hall. The assistant editor is Chris Gray. The editor is Sam Bonham.

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