NBC's Chuck Todd criticized President Biden's reported support for Supreme Court reforms, calling it a sign of "desperation" to appease progressive supporters. Todd noted that Biden's move comes amid internal Democratic Party struggles and calls for Biden to step down, contrasting with the Republican Party's unity under Trump. Biden's proposed reforms include term limits for justices and an enforceable ethics code, following controversial court decisions and ethics investigations.
After NBC News reversed its hiring of Ronna McDaniel as a contributor due to internal pushback, Donald Trump mocked her firing on Truth Social, criticizing NBC and calling for Chuck Todd to be fired as well. Trump's relationship with McDaniel had reportedly soured despite her loyalty to him, and he suggested that she should have used her middle name, Romney, for a better chance at MSNBC.
Ronna McDaniel, former chair of the Republican National Committee, faced tough questions on NBC's Meet the Press after being hired as a paid contributor by NBC News. Her hiring sparked backlash due to her history of Trump sycophancy and election denialism. NBC's decision to hire her was criticized by its own journalists, with Chuck Todd publicly expressing discomfort with the move. The controversy raises questions about the revolving door between politics and paid punditry, and the appropriateness of rewarding individuals complicit in election denialism with media contracts.
Chuck Todd criticized NBC for hiring former RNC head Ronna McDaniel as a paid contributor, expressing discomfort and questioning her credibility. NBC has not responded to Todd's comments, and while McDaniel's hiring was defended by NBC News' senior vice president for politics, MSNBC reportedly has no plans to feature her. The hiring of politicians as analysts by news outlets is not uncommon, but McDaniel's support of Trump's false election claims has made her hiring particularly sensitive, leading to backlash and the trending of #BoycottNBCNews. During her interview on "Meet the Press," McDaniel acknowledged Biden's win and disagreed with Trump's stance on the Capitol attack, but faced questions about her delayed criticism and the timing of her media job switch.
Chuck Todd criticized NBC News for hiring former RNC chair Ronna McDaniel as a paid political analyst, citing her history of "gaslighting" and "character assassination" of the news media. McDaniel, known for promoting election denial and attacking the credibility of journalists, faced backlash for her new role. Despite NBC's decision to provide a platform for the Republican Party's perspective, Todd and other panelists expressed concerns about McDaniel's credibility and past actions.
Chuck Todd criticized NBC News for hiring former RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel as a paid contributor, expressing discomfort with her credibility issues and the network's decision to book her for an interview. Todd's on-air comments came during a Meet the Press broadcast, where host Kristen Welker interviewed McDaniel, who faced questions about her previous claims regarding the 2020 election. Todd's rebuke of NBC's hiring decision reflects broader criticism within the newsroom and the public.
Chuck Todd criticized NBC News on-air for hiring former RNC chair Ronna McDaniel as a contributor, expressing concern over her ability to speak truthfully. Todd's remarks were directed at NBC News executives, and the decision has sparked controversy among staffers. The move has raised questions about journalistic integrity and transparency at the network, with concerns about potential conflicts of interest and access in exchange for the contributor deal.
NBC anchor Chuck Todd publicly criticized his network for hiring Ronna McDaniel, the former chairwoman of the Republican National Committee, during a live broadcast of "Meet the Press." His comments revealed tensions within NBC News and MSNBC over the decision to bring on McDaniel as a political analyst, with some journalists expressing discomfort due to her past alignment with President Donald J. Trump and criticisms of left-leaning media. MSNBC president Rashida Jones assured prominent anchors that they would not be forced to book McDaniel on their shows, and McDaniel made her NBC debut on "Meet the Press" in an interview scheduled before her hiring.
Chuck Todd discusses the current political stalemate over the border and immigration, highlighting the rational postures of President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump. He delves into the political implications and strategies of both parties, emphasizing the divide within the GOP on the border issue. Todd also addresses the potential consequences of tackling the border legislatively and the need for a strong messenger to educate the public about the cynicism of the border debate. Additionally, he advocates for the appointment of a special envoy for sports diplomacy and suggests Mitt Romney as a suitable candidate for the role.
Chuck Todd discusses the inevitability of a Joe Biden versus Donald Trump matchup in the 2020 election, likening the public's reaction to the stages of grief. He also explores the potential for a third-party candidate and the internal dynamics within the Democratic and Republican parties. Todd speculates on the future of Nikki Haley and the possibility of a different Republican Party, while also highlighting the lingering hope for an alternative to the Biden-Trump showdown.
After New Hampshire, potential paths for Haley to pick up delegates include targeting strong non-Republican voter turnout, focusing on Super Tuesday, and winning South Carolina, according to Chuck Todd and Steve Kornacki. However, they also note the challenge of competing with Trump's influence on the GOP and the need for a strategic approach to secure delegates in the upcoming primaries.
Chuck Todd believes the turnout in New Hampshire was favorable for Joe Biden, while Eric Trump is uncertain about the need for a double-digit win for Donald Trump. The independent electorate in New Hampshire is significant, and the upcoming Super Tuesday is crucial for candidates. Haley's potential win in New Hampshire depends on non-Republican voter turnout, and efforts are being made by N.H. Democrats to support Biden through write-in campaigns.
The January 21 episode of Meet the Press NOW featured interviews with Gov. Sununu, Sen. Hassan, Steve Kornacki, and Chuck Todd, discussing current political issues.
Chuck Todd believes that there are not enough Republicans left to support Nikki Haley after Donald Trump remade the GOP, as the New Hampshire governor expresses concerns about Haley's chances against Trump and Senator Hassan discusses the challenges of write-in campaigns.
Chuck Todd believes it is a "failure of imagination" to think that former President Donald Trump cannot lose the GOP primary for the 2024 race. Todd's statement comes amidst a debate surrounding Trump's potential candidacy and the split within the Republican primary electorate based on their view of the 2020 election result. Meanwhile, Vivek Ramaswamy, a former Democratic donor turned Republican, has been criticized by a Pence adviser for calling Trump a "sore loser," with accusations of populism and fraud being thrown around.
