News Anchor Gave Obama The Finger On Live TV So They Did THIS Recently, a Russian reporter made headlines after losing control and giving President Obama the finger on air. At the mention of Obamas name, the award-winning television journalist was so overcome with hatred that she raised her hand almost immediately with the gesture. It had the potential to be seen by nearly 120 million viewers across Russia. She lost her job shortly thereafter. According to sources at the network, the anchor believed she was off camera and was just doing a voiceover. The insult was not aimed at the president, but rather at the studio technicians who were teasing her earlier. What do you think? Watch the video below and tell us your thoughts. 