Controversial streamer Hasan Piker's lecture axed by University of Washington amid free-speech questions

A University of Washington lecture featuring progressive Twitch commentator Hasan Piker is off, with school officials citing a flawed planning process as the reason for the cancellation. Piker, a far-left streamer and YouTube personality, was set to appear in January as part of the school’s 2026-27 Speaker Series, the university said in a statement . However, following "a review of the process by which the event was planned ," the university canceled the event. MARK HALPERIN CALLS HASAN PIKER A