Chuck Todd, the former host of NBC’s Meet the Press, has officially left, marking the end of an era for one of television’s longest-running political programs.
His departure follows years of scrutiny and criticism over his perceived partisan bias, particularly from conservative audiences who accused him of favoring left-leaning narratives in his coverage.
Todd, who had been a central figure in political journalism for nearly two decades, originally stepped down as Meet the Press host in 2023, handing the role over to Kristen Welker.
Since then, his appearances on NBC had become infrequent, signaling an eventual exit. Now, as he embarks on independent projects—including his podcast—he has formally cut ties with the network.
“There’s never a perfect time to leave a place that’s been a professional home for so long, but I’m pretty excited about a few new projects that are on the cusp of going from ‘pie in the sky’ to ‘near reality,’” Todd wrote in a memo obtained by USA TODAY. “So I’m grateful for the chance to get a jump start on my next chapter during this important moment.”
Todd also confirmed that his podcast, The Chuck Toddcast, will continue but under a new