Martin Bashir Resigns From MSNBC…

If figures. I get slammed at work and can’t check what’s going on in cable news and Martin Bashir “quits” MSNBC.

a statement from Bashir: “After making an on-air apology, I asked for permission to take some additional time out around the Thanksgiving holiday. Upon further reflection, and after meeting with the President of MSNBC, I have tendered my resignation. It is my sincere hope that all of my colleagues, at this special network, will be allowed to focus on the issues that matter without the distraction of myself or my ill-judged comments. I deeply regret what was said, will endeavor to work hard at making constructive contributions in the future and will always have a deep appreciation for our viewers – who are the smartest, most compassionate and discerning of all television audiences. I would also wish to express deepest gratitude to my immediate colleagues, and our contributors, all of whom have given so much of themselves to our broadcast.”

Statement by Phil Griffin: “Martin Bashir resigned today, effective immediately. I understand his decision and I thank him for three great years with MSNBC. Martin is a good man and respected colleague – we wish him only the best.”

We’ll probably never know whether Bashir really resigned of his own volition or he and MSNBC agreed to part company. Whatever the case, there’s now a hole at 4pm to fill. I was going to be cute and post a poll question as to who should get 4pm with all the choices being Ronan Farrow. Instead I’ll leave it to the comments for you to offer your picks as to Ronan Farrow getting 4pm who will get 4pm…