Peter Alexander to Exit NBC News
Variety • • general
Key Points:
- Peter Alexander announced his departure from NBC News after 20 years, during a Saturday "Today" broadcast, citing a desire to spend more time with his young children due to the demanding weekend schedule.
- Alexander has served as NBC's chief White House correspondent for 15 years and co-anchored the Saturday "Today" show since 2018, balancing extensive travel and reporting duties between Washington and New York.
- NBC News praised Alexander as a trusted and versatile journalist, with colleagues noting his significant contributions, while the network plans to have staffers temporarily cover his responsibilities.
- Although Alexander did not disclose his next employer, speculation points to a potential role at MS NOW, which has an open weekday 11 a.m. anchor slot following recent daytime schedule changes.
- Alexander is known for his rigorous White House coverage across multiple administrations and for asking pointed questions, including during the Trump presidency, demonstrating his commitment to journalistic rigor.
