‘Inventor of fake news,’ fume Dan Rather critics as ousted anchor returns to CBS for 1st time since reporting scandal [Video]

AS Dan Rather returns to CBS for the first time in nearly 20 years, critics of the disgraced broadcaster have taken to social media to blast his legacy.

Rather, 92, was ousted from the network in 2004 as his career as an anchor and managing editor was rife with controversy.

Disgraced journalist Dan Rather appeared on CBS for the first time since his ousting nearly 20 years agoCredit: AP

Rather left the network following the 2004 Killian documents controversyCredit: AP

The anchor and managing editor had been with the network for 44 yearsCredit: Getty

During a Sunday appearance on CBS This Morning, Rather reflected on his career and legacy.

“The closest you can do about legacy is not think about your work,” the once highly celebrated journalist said.

“Think about what you did as a person. Those important questions of, who am I? Why am I here? What can I contribute?

“Those are the important questions, not …

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