NBC News backlash over hiring and dismissing Ronna McDaniel
NBC News faced backlash for hiring and then dismissing former RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel as a paid contributor. NBC News host Savannah Guthrie addressed the situation on CBS' 'Late Show with Stephen Colbert.'
Key Points
- Savannah Guthrie discusses the 'unpleasant' atmosphere at NBC News due to the McDaniel debacle
- NBC News faced criticism for hiring McDaniel and then swiftly dismissing her after backlash
- Guthrie emphasizes the importance of including diverse voices in media, while upholding truth and facts
Pros
- Effort to include diverse perspectives in media coverage
- Acknowledgment and reversal of a mistake by NBC News leadership
Cons
- Backlash and criticism from NBC News hosts over the hiring decision
- Legal dispute over contract terms with Ronna McDaniel