Chuck Todd, the former moderator of “Meet the Press,” is departing from NBC News after nearly 18 years of service at the television network.
In a memo addressed to his colleagues, Todd announced that Friday would mark his final day at NBC. He will maintain his podcast and is weighing potential new ventures, although he did not disclose any specifics about future projects.

Joining NBC News as the political director in 2007, Todd stepped into the role of “Meet the Press” moderator in 2014, a position he held until 2023, when Kristen Welker took over. This prominent role placed him among the most recognized journalists in Washington, making him a target for critiques from former President Donald Trump and his supporters.

Last year, Todd was instrumental in leading an on-air protest that ultimately prevented the hiring of former Republican National Committee chair Ronna McDaniel as an NBC News contributor.

In his farewell memo, Todd emphasized the significant challenge the media faces in rebuilding trust with audiences. He believes that entrepreneurship is a vital starting point toward that goal. “National media can’t restore trust without strong local partnerships, and attempting to manipulate algorithms is not a genuine method of informing and reporting,” he stated. He noted the growing desire for community-centered news, something that national media outlets and large social media platforms can’t replicate as effectively as local news organizations can.

Todd also stressed the importance of quality reporting in regaining public confidence. He remarked, “If your goal in this profession is to gain popularity or to act solely as an activist, you’re fundamentally misunderstanding the responsibilities of this role.”