Former President Trump recently commented on Ronna McDaniel’s departure from NBC News, where she had been slated to serve as a contributor. Trump took to his Truth Social platform to jest about McDaniel’s short-lived stint, noting her swift exit and implying she was left in an unfavorable position. He referred to it as “NEVER NEVERLAND.”
McDaniel’s exit from NBC came amid internal criticism within the network, with several contributors expressing concern over her association with Trump’s efforts to contest the 2020 election results. Her past remarks questioning the election’s integrity also drew scrutiny.
Previously, McDaniel had faced pressure to resign from her role as the head of the Republican National Committee, particularly from Trump and his allies. Trump’s remarks about McDaniel and NBC News align with his ongoing conflict with the media outlet, which he has accused of treason and threatened to investigate if re-elected.
Trump lambasted NBC and its leadership in a scathing post on Truth Social, labeling them as “Radical Left Lunatics” and accusing them of weakness. He criticized what he perceived as low ratings and overpaid talent, advocating for a return to a “free and fair press.”
Meanwhile, NBCUniversal News Group Chair Cesar Conde issued an apology to NBC staff for hiring McDaniel as a paid contributor. Conde cited the network’s commitment to diverse viewpoints but acknowledged the controversy surrounding McDaniel’s appointment.
Amidst the turmoil, McDaniel reportedly explored legal options in case NBC terminated her contract, which was announced just days before and promised a significant annual salary.
Ronna McDaniel’s tenure at NBC News has abruptly come to an end. Just four days after her hiring as a paid contributor was announced, the former Republican National Committee head has been dismissed from the role, which reportedly promised her an annual salary of $300,000.
The decision was communicated to NBCUniversal News Group staff via email by chairman Cesar Conde on Tuesday, as reported by CNN’s Brian Stelter. Conde acknowledged the challenging atmosphere within the news group and stated, “After listening to the legitimate concerns of many of you, I have decided that Ronna McDaniel will not be an NBC News contributor.” He emphasized the importance of unity within the organization, noting that the appointment of McDaniel had undermined that objective. Conde reiterated the network’s commitment to diverse viewpoints and pledged to intensify efforts to incorporate voices from across the political spectrum into their programming.