Chuck Todd Plans Departure from NBC After 27 Years
The former 'Meet the Press' host is reportedly exploring opportunities with other media outlets as his NBC contract nears its end.
- Chuck Todd, NBC News' chief political analyst, is reportedly planning to leave the network when his contract expires later this year.
- He has been meeting with leaders from other media organizations to discuss potential roles in both broadcast and digital platforms.
- Todd's visibility at NBC has significantly decreased since stepping down as 'Meet the Press' moderator in 2023, a role now held by Kristen Welker.
- His public criticism of NBC's decision to hire former RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel in 2024 reportedly led to internal tensions at the network.
- Todd's planned departure comes as NBC and other media outlets face challenges from declining ratings, cord-cutting, and corporate restructuring.