MSNBC Cancels Mehdi Hasan's Show Amid Weekend Lineup Revamp

Move Sparks Backlash as Hasan Seen as Rare Critic of Israeli Policies on U.S. Cable News

MSNBC has cancelled Mehdi Hasan's Sunday night show and his program on the Peacock streaming service, but he will remain at the network as an on-camera analyst and fill-in host.
The decision has sparked backlash from many, including Democratic lawmakers and Palestinian rights supporters, who view Hasan as a rare critic of Israeli policies on U.S. cable news.
Hasan's cancellation comes amid a broader overhaul of MSNBC's weekend programming, with a new ensemble program, 'The Weekend', set to debut in January.
Hasan, known for his assertive interviewing style and criticism of the Israeli government’s actions in Gaza, has been with MSNBC since 2020 after stints at Al Jazeera and The Intercept.
MSNBC President Rashida Jones said the changes were made to better position the network for the 2024 U.S. presidential election.