Mehdi Hasan Responds to Ryan Girdusky's Threat

Former MSNBC host Mehdi Hasan has publicly addressed a racially charged incident involving conservative panelist Ryan Girdusky on a recent CNN broadcast, where Girdusky made a threatening comment about a beeper, referencing recent bombings in Lebanon. Hasan described the comment as shocking and unprecedented in his 25 years of journalism, prompting him to walk off the live show. He expressed gratitude for the support from CNN and anchor Abby Phillip, who apologized for Girdusky’s remarks. Following the incident, CNN banned Girdusky from appearing on the network. Hasan emphasized the gravity of the situation, accusing Girdusky of implying a death threat against him. The incident highlights ongoing tensions surrounding discussions of the Israel-Hamas conflict and the treatment of Muslim commentators in media.