- Peter Alexander has announced his departure from NBC News after 22 years, including his role as co-anchor of Saturday Today.
- He cited a desire to spend more time with his two daughters and achieve a better work-life balance as his reasons for leaving.
- Alexander joined NBC in 2004, covering international news, sports, and serving as a White House correspondent before becoming Saturday Today's co-anchor in 2018.
- His co-host, Laura Jarrett, expressed sadness at his departure, praising him as a brilliant journalist and dedicated father.
- During his tenure, Alexander sparred with President Donald Trump and was labeled a “terrible reporter” by the president for grilling him over the Covid-19 pandemic and a Qatari jet.
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Peter Alexander shares reason behind Saturday Today exit after 22 years with NBC