Coverage dated August 17, 2026

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

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The leftwing commentator has been invited to appear on the Planet America program 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.

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Who is Hasan Piker – and why are some Australian conservatives outraged about his return to the ABC? (opens The Guardian)
Published Aug 17, 2026
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The leftwing commentator has been invited to appear on the Planet America program 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.