Brian Williams Won't Return to NBC Nightly News

Editor’s note: We ran this story previously, but here it is again in case you missed it.

NBC News announced that Brian Williams will not return to NBC Nightly News.

Lester Holt will be named permanent anchor of the program after filling-in for Williams during his suspension.

Williams will be reassigned as an anchor of breaking news and special reports for MSNBC. He will also fill-in for Holt for NBC News live special reports when Holt isn’t available.

NBCU CEO Steve Burke said that an extensive review found Williams made a number of “inaccurate statements” about his field experience.

“Brian now has the chance to earn back everyone’s trust. His excellent work over twenty-two years at NBC News has earned him that opportunity,” Burke said.

Williams said he was sorry for saying things that weren’t true.

“I let down my NBC colleagues and our viewers, and I’m determined to earn back their trust. I will greatly miss working with the team on Nightly News, but I know the broadcast will be in excellent hands with Lester Holt as anchor. I will support him 100% as he has always supported me. I am grateful for the chance to return to covering the news. My new role will allow me to focus on important issues and events in our country and around the world, and I look forward to it.”

Burke also thanked Holt for stepping-up and coming through for the company during a difficult time.

“As you would imagine this was a difficult decision,” Burke said. Brian Williams has been with NBC News for a very long time and he has covered countless news events with honor and skill. As I said in February, we believe in second chances, and I am hopeful that this new beginning will be good for Brian and the organization. This matter has been extensively analyzed and deliberated on by NBC. We are moving forward.”