All articles tagged with #ronna mcdaniel
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Deadline
On "Weekend Update," SNL's Colin Jost and Michael Che took shots at Donald Trump for selling a Bible with a $60 price tag and joked about Trump's alleged collection of Bibles. They also made a brief joke about Ronna McDaniel's hiring at NBC News. The segment included jabs at President Joe Biden, with Che poking fun at a democratic fundraiser and Biden's visit to a collapsed bridge in Baltimore.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Slate
Donald Trump faces a financial dilemma as he needs to come up with $175 million to cover a judgment against him, but selling his Truth Social stock could crash its value; Nicole Shanahan, a wealthy Silicon Valley lawyer, has been chosen as Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s running mate, potentially impacting the presidential election; Pete Buttigieg, as secretary of transportation, faces challenges in responding to various transportation crises; Tammy Murphy drops out of the New Jersey Senate race, leaving Andy Kim as the presumed next senator; Ronna McDaniel's hiring by NBC sparks controversy, leading to her dismissal; House Republicans plan to transmit articles of impeachment against Alejandro Mayorkas to the Senate; Michigan state legislator Matt Maddock mistakenly identifies the Gonzaga men's basketball team as "illegal invaders" being escorted by police.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by PBS NewsHour
New York Times columnist David Brooks and Washington Post associate editor Jonathan Capehart discuss the record-breaking fundraiser for Biden, the significance of campaign spending, Trump's TRUTH Social stock market debut, Ronna McDaniel's ouster from NBC after employee revolt, and the challenge of representing the MAGA slice of America in journalism. Brooks believes campaign spending is overrated, while Capehart emphasizes its importance in organizing and mobilizing voters. They both agree that McDaniel's hiring by NBC was a mistake due to her lack of intellectual credibility and commitment to truth above partisanship.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
The hiring and abrupt firing of Ronna McDaniel at NBC has revealed chaos and a power vacuum in the upper ranks of the network, with calls for accountability and a "head to roll" from media executives and industry experts. The fiasco, which led to intense pressure from NBC and MSNBC talent, has exposed gaps in leadership and decision-making, prompting criticism of NBC News Group Chairman Cesar Conde and calls for a major shakeup in the network's leadership structure.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
NBC News staff reportedly fear backlash from Republican sources after the firing of Ronna McDaniel, with concerns that the move could alienate GOP officials and viewers. The decision to hire and then fire McDaniel has allegedly caused tensions within the network, with some journalists and staffers worried about the impact on their relationships with Republican sources. The move has sparked internal uproar and criticism from both liberal and conservative figures, highlighting the challenges of navigating political affiliations in media.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Late-night hosts Stephen Colbert and Jordan Klepper mock Ronna McDaniel's short-lived stint at NBC, with Colbert joking about her ties to Donald Trump and her quick departure. The hosts also poke fun at Trump's new Bible-selling venture, with Colbert quipping about the blacked-out Ten Commandments in a "Trump Bible."
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Former RNC chair Ronna McDaniel is considering legal action after being fired by NBC News just two days after her debut, meeting with lawyer Bryan Freedman to discuss potential defamation and hostile work environment lawsuits against the network. Her termination came after public backlash from NBC stars, and she had only made one appearance on the network, acknowledging President Biden's election win.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Washington Post
MSNBC President Rashida Jones recruited former RNC chair Ronna McDaniel, offering her a more lucrative contributor contract after she agreed to appear on MSNBC and not just NBC News. Despite backlash from MSNBC anchors, McDaniel was hired by NBC executives who had previously developed a rapport with her. However, after criticism of her hiring, MSNBC privately informed its anchors that McDaniel would not appear on the network, leading McDaniel to prepare for a potential lawsuit against the network.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
NBC News faced backlash and a newsroom revolt after hiring and then firing former RNC Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel as a commentator, raising questions about the role of political figures as TV pundits. The network's decision to hire McDaniel, along with other political figures, reflects a broader trend among TV news networks to feature diverse viewpoints, but her involvement in attempts to overturn the 2020 election results and criticism of the press led to internal tensions. The incident highlights the challenges of balancing political perspectives in news coverage and the loyalty of paid pundits to their employers and viewers.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Hill
NBC faces backlash from the right for terminating a deal with former RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel as a contributor, with prominent figures like former President Trump and conservative pundits criticizing the decision. The move sparked debates about political bias and stifling of conservative viewpoints at the network, while NBC's leadership defended the decision as part of their commitment to diverse viewpoints. The controversy highlights tensions between media outlets and political affiliations, with potential repercussions for journalists working behind the scenes at NBC.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
NBC News faced backlash and on-air revolt after hiring Ronna McDaniel, former chair of the Republican National Committee, as a political analyst due to her involvement in supporting former President Trump's efforts to overturn the 2020 election results. The controversy led to her swift departure from the network, highlighting the challenges media outlets face in covering politics during unusual times and the debate over normalizing actions that go beyond politics as usual.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Fox News
NBC News faced backlash from conservatives after dropping former RNC chair Ronna McDaniel as an analyst just four days after hiring her, following pressure from liberal staff and hosts. Prominent conservatives criticized NBC for caving to the left-wing mob and silencing non-liberal voices, while some also expressed disapproval of McDaniel's rocky tenure as RNC chair. MSNBC hosts who led the pressure campaign celebrated the decision, while Elon Musk accused NBC of bias for immediately firing McDaniel.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Guardian US
Former President Donald Trump mocked Ronna McDaniel for being fired by NBC just two days after being hired as a political analyst, claiming she was in "NEVER NEVERLAND." McDaniel's hiring sparked protests from on-air talent and an NBC union group due to her combative relations with the press during her tenure as RNC chair. Trump and other rightwingers criticized NBC's decision, while liberals cited McDaniel's support for Trump's election subversion as the chief issue. McDaniel is reportedly considering legal options and expects to be paid in full for her reported $600,000 two-year deal.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NPR
Six people are presumed dead after a cargo ship crashed into Baltimore's Francis Scott Key Bridge, disrupting a major East Coast transit route and shutting down a large section of the Baltimore port. NBC has dropped former RNC chair Ronna McDaniel as a contributor, sparking questions about her loyalties. A new trend of de-influencing on social media encourages people to buy less and use what they already have. Washington, D.C.'s cherry blossoms draw visitors to honor a beloved tree named "Stumpy," which will be cut down as part of a project to rebuild and raise sea walls.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Daily Beast
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.