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NBC's ousting of Ronna McDaniel reinforces status as anti-Trump, pro-Biden network

NBC News’ dramatic decision to hire and then immediately fire former RNC chair Ronna McDaniel in the span of four days shows just how far left the media juggernaut has drifted in recent years, particularly as the 2024 presidential election steadily approaches. On Friday, the network announced McDaniel would be joining the Peacock family as a political analyst across all …

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NBC News officially drops Ronna McDaniel following on-air backlash from staff

NBC News has officially terminated its short-lived relationship with former RNC chair Ronna McDaniel, according to a memo sent to staff by the network’s boss. “There is no doubt that the last several days have been difficult for the News Group,” NBCUniversial News Group Chairman Cesar Conde began Tuesday in a copy of the memo obtained by Fox News Digital. …

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NBC's Ronna McDaniel meltdown marks latest news outlet to face revolt from liberal staff for GOP platforming

The practice of major news organizations hiring ex-lawmakers, government officials and political insiders has existed for decades and has largely been non-controversial. The purpose, particularly for TV networks, can vary from relying on experts to opine on certain topics to allowing diverse points of view to discuss the news of the day. But the polarization of American politics and the …

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MSNBC's Rachel Maddow slams 'inexplicable' Ronna McDaniel hire, hopes NBC 'will reverse their decision'

MSNBC star Rachel Maddow addressed the elephant in the NBC greenroom by joining her colleagues in denouncing the network’s “inexplicable” hiring of former RNC chair Ronna McDaniel. Maddow began her show by calling out McDaniel’s role in aiding former President Trump, outlining her alleged actions behind the scenes in rejecting President Biden’s election victory in 2020. “I want to associate …

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Don Lemon leaves door open for CNN return: 'Never say never'

Don Lemon entertained the idea of returning to CNN following his sudden ousting from the network last year, remarking in a new interview, “Never say never.” While promoting his new digital show, Lemon was asked whether he would ever work for a news “institution” ever again. “Would you ever go back to CNN?” Mediaite’s Aidan McLaughlin asked on Wednesday. “Look, …

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Former NBC executive sparks backlash for saying 18-year-old Barron Trump is now 'fair game'

A former NBC honcho sparked intense backlash for suggesting former President Trump‘s youngest son was now “fair game” for turning 18 years old. Mike Sington, a retired NBCUniversal senior executive who is better known for his pro-liberal social media posts, commemorated Barron Trump’s birthday on Wednesday with a bizarre post on X. “Barron Trump turns 18 today. He’s fair game …

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