Who is Hasan Piker – and why are some conservatives outraged about his return to the ABC?
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This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Australia news category. Published on August 17, 2026 • Originally reported by Nick Visser. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
This story was selected and curated by our editorial team in the Australia news category. Published on August 17, 2026 • Originally reported by Nick Visser. OMEGAZEPRIME provides independent news coverage and analysis for our readers. Stay informed with the latest developments.
The leftwing commentator has been invited to appear on the Planet America program in Australia on Monday night
The ABC is set to air the return of its Planet America program on Monday night as the US midterm elections gain steam, with a new episode featuring the leftwing commentator Hasan Piker.
Host John Barron said the episode will focus on the “rise of Democratic socialists and the populist left”, with Piker speaking about “what it’s like in the eye of a political storm”. But the appearance quickly sparked the ire of conservatives in Australia.
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