Former Republican National Committee Chairwoman Ronna McDaniel has joined NBC News and MSNBC as a political analyst after resigning from her position at the RNC. She is expected to provide a conservative voice on the predominantly liberal network.
Key Points
Ronna McDaniel has joined NBC News and MSNBC as a political analyst
Expected to provide a conservative voice on the network
Will start with an interview on 'Meet the Press'
Longest-serving RNC chair in modern history
Pros
Bringing a conservative perspective to a predominantly liberal network
Insider's perspective on national politics and the future of the Republican Party
Cons
Criticism from conservative detractors for being too close to the party's establishment wing
Underperformance of the GOP in recent elections while she was RNC chair