Reza Aslan has become a believer in consequences.
The now former CNN personality was cut by the cable news giant about a week after he went on a vulgar tweet rant against President Donald Trump that included calling him a “piece of s**t.”
Aslan subsequently apologized and claimed it was unlike him to use such language. A claim that was proven completely false when many more vile tweets were uncovered.
“CNN has decided to not move forward with production on the acquired series ‘Believer with Reza Aslan,’” CNN said in a statement, according to Variety. “We wish Reza and his production team all the best. “
Azlan said he was “disappointed” with the network’s decision.
“Obviously I am very disappointed in this decision. ‘Believer’ means a great deal to me and to the countless viewers it’s reached. Its message of religious tolerance and exploration is extremely important right now. I am deeply grateful to CNN for giving me the opportunity to launch the show and to amplify my voice on their network. I am especially grateful to the legion of people within the Turner organization who worked so hard to make the show a hit series,” the former host said in a statement, according to Variety. “However, in these politically charged times, the tenor of our nation’s discourse has become complicated, and I recognize that CNN needs to protect its brand as an unbiased news outlet. Similarly, I need to honor my voice. I am not a journalist. I am a social commentator and scholar. And so I agree with CNN that it is best that we part ways. I look forward to partnering with another platform in the future to continue to spread my message. I wish CNN all the best.”
The decision comes weeks after the network fired comedian Kathy Griffin following her mock beheading of the president.
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Cannibal Reza Aslan fired from CNN after his anti-Trump tweets. How long until he starts blaming everyone else and crying “Trump broke me.”
— Tennessee (@TEN_GOP) June 9, 2017
CNN problems continue: Donna Brazille, Kathy Griffin, now fires Reza Aslan after off-color Trump tweet https://t.co/ypzrWDiLOg via @politico
— Andrew Malcolm (@AHMalcolm) June 9, 2017
Good to see him get what he deserves. https://t.co/IlV4GKsBz7
— Chris Stamper (@CStamper_) June 9, 2017
Hey Reza Aslan
President Trump may be a POS
but he’s an employed POS
— Rex Tilllerson (@RexTilllerson) June 9, 2017
Waiting for his press conference any minute now with Gloria Aldred standing next to him
— Rich R. (@RLR58) June 9, 2017
Add Aslan to the list of Delusional lefties that fell victim to Trump Derangement Syndrome
— #winning (@NYCMAGA) June 9, 2017
Looks like the only “Piece of Sh*t” to be flushed was Reza Aslan @rezaaslan
— RolldaDice (@Backtracker101) June 9, 2017
Look who got fired from CNN folks – @rezaaslan The winning continues? DRAIN THE MEDIA SWAMP https://t.co/k2O0xJFUZE
— DONALD J TRUMP (@realDonaldTru) June 9, 2017
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