Mehdi Hasan Joins The Guardian as Columnist After MSNBC Departure
The former MSNBC anchor's first column calls on President Biden to end the bombing of Gaza, marking a significant shift in his journalistic career.
- Mehdi Hasan has been hired by The Guardian as a regular columnist, following his departure from MSNBC where his program was canceled.
- His first column for The Guardian, titled 'Biden can pick up the phone and end the bombing of Gaza today,' showcases his continued focus on human rights and political commentary.
- Hasan's departure from MSNBC came after his show was dropped and he declined an offer to stay on as an analyst and fill-in host.
- The Guardian US is expanding its editorial team, with Hasan joining a roster of opinion writers aimed at providing incisive political commentary and advocacy for human rights.
- Hasan's move to The Guardian is seen as a significant shift in his career, allowing him to continue his work on pressing issues such as the situation in Gaza.