Who is Hasan Piker – and why are some conservatives outraged about his return to the ABC?

In a move set to stir controversy in Australia, the ABC's Planet America program has invited left-wing commentator Hasan Piker to appear on its Monday night broadcast, just as the US midterm elections are gaining momentum. Piker's episode, which will focus on the rise of Democratic socialists and the populist left, promises to offer a unique perspective on the shifting American political landscape. However, the invitation has already sparked outrage among Australian conservatives, who are likely to be critical of Piker's views. As the US midterm elections draw near, the episode is expected to spark a heated debate about the future of American politics and its relevance to Australian society.

The leftwing commentator has been invited to appear on the Planet America program in Australia on Monday nightThe 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. Continue reading...