Popular MSNBC Host Has Met With Rival Stations And Is Pondering Exit: Report
Ari Melber, the host of one of MSNBC’s highest-rated programs, has met with rival networks and is “in discussions” to leave, Breaker reported Tuesday.
The outlet cited two people familiar with the matter, noting that Melber is also deciding whether to launch his own startup.
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