Netizens have different reactions to the said news.
Some rumors said that Atom opted to resign mainly because of his strong opinions about the controversy surrounding the burial of former President Ferdinand Marcos in which some people accused him of being a biased reporter, thereby affecting the integrity of the News Department.
Unfortunately, it is true. Atom has decided to drop all his duties as a reporter for TV Patrol, Bandila, and ANC to explore opportunities and pursue his other interests.
According to Ging Reyes, head of ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs:
“Atom Araullo had filed his resignation from his reportorial duties but will remain an on camera talent of ABS-CBN News and Current Affairs as an anchor in Umagang Kay Ganda and Red Alert. He said he arrived at this decision to be able to pursue other endeavors that would also help him grow as a journalist and as a host. He is aware that the news organization has included him in its future plans and will continue to assign him stories, coverage and events, befitting his position as a journalist.”
Araullo became a segment producer for ABS-CBN then eventually became a field reporter a couple of years after.
(Sandra Agno)
source: mb.com.ph
