CNN has hired New Orleans Saints safety Malcolm Jenkins as a contributor, Jenkins announced Monday.
The NFL veteran is joining the network to comment on national affairs and subjects of social justice and race, according to Brian Steinberg of Variety.
“Now more than ever, the public needs to be educated on the roles of elected positions of power, such as the District Attorney, Police Chief or City Council and how to hold those individuals accountable, especially through their voice and their vote," Jenkins said in a statement. "In an important election year, I’m eager to join the CNN family and share my perspective as a regular contributor.