When Is Dan Abrams Leaving NewsNation & Why?
Here is more about Abrams' exit from NewsNation.
Dan Abrams has announced he will be leaving his primetime show Dan Abrams Live on NewsNation in February 2025. During a December 2024 broadcast, Abrams shared the news with viewers, citing the challenges of balancing his various responsibilities.
Over the years, he has built an impressive portfolio, working as ABC News chief legal analyst, hosting the Reelz show On Patrol Live, and running a daily SiriusXM radio show. He also manages a growing digital media empire that includes Mediaite and the Law & Crime Network.
Explaining his decision, Abrams shared, 'Three years after this really unexpected opportunity, I've reached the point where it's impossible to keep devoting the time needed for this show while also running and growing my other businesses.' While he acknowledged how much he has enjoyed his time hosting the nightly program, Abrams admitted that the demands of his other ventures have grown too significant to ignore. Despite stepping down as host, Abrams assured viewers that he will remain part of NewsNation in a contributor role, with further details expected to follow in February 2025.
Since joining NewsNation in 2021, Abrams has played a crucial role in shaping the network's identity as a politically neutral platform. His show used to air at 8 p.m. before it was moved to the 9 p.m. slot to accommodate Chris Cuomo. NewsNation has yet to announce who will take over the critical 9 p.m. hour. Until his departure in February, Abrams will continue hosting the program.
Originally reported by Disheeta Maheshwari on ComingSoon.
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