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MSNBC Pulls Out of Joy Reid – The Internet Is Losing It!

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MSNBC is shaking things up, and one of its most controversial voices is out. The network has officially canceled “The ReidOut,” Joy Reid’s 7 p.m. ET show, a decision that has sparked celebration among conservatives and outrage from liberals.

The prime-time shake-up is part of a broader shift at MSNBC, which will replace Reid’s program with a panel-style show featuring Symone Sanders-Townsend, a former spokesperson for Vice President Kamala Harris, along with Alicia Menendez and former RNC Chair-turned-MSNBC-host Michael Steele.

Conservatives Say ‘Good Riddance’

For conservatives, the news was long overdue. Joy Reid, known for her heated takes on Trump supporters and Republicans, had been a frequent target of criticism. Former FCC chairman Ajit Pai sarcastically remarked, “An unfortunate development for Joy Reid’s viewer, considering the host’s insightful analysis on political topics.” He shared a clip of Reid praising Kamala Harris’ “flawlessly run campaign”—despite her failed presidential bid.

Actor Michael Rapaport chimed in with a sharp response, posting the hashtag #joyless.

Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, R-Ga., shared her thoughts on X, formerly Twitter, saying, “The ad execs and the board finally figured out that racism, lies, and Trump derangement syndrome will put them out of business.”

Liberals Outraged Over the Decision

While conservatives cheered, MSNBC’s liberal audience wasn’t happy. Some took to social media to express frustration, accusing the network of unfairly targeting Reid.

Keith Olbermann, a former MSNBC host, blamed “Morning Joe” co-host Joe Scarborough, arguing the network didn’t have a Joy Reid problem, but a “Joe Scarborough problem.” He wrote, “Until he is fired, MSNBC will not recover. Shuffling tepid shows in and out does nothing.”

Olbermann also criticized the new panel format, saying, “Panel shows with multiple meh hosts don’t work in primetime in cable news. They didn’t work in 2003… even those executives understood the need for strong solo anchors.”

Liberal writer Wajahat Ali pointed to race as a factor, saying, “She’s a blunt Black woman, so of course her show is canceled. Not lost on any of us.”

Dean Obeidallah, a radio show host and frequent MSNBC contributor, also criticized the decision, pointing to the “Morning Joe” hosts and their controversial past interactions with Trump.

Danielle Moodie, host of The Daily Beast’s “The New Abnormal” podcast, slammed MSNBC for its history of removing Black female-led shows first. “Every time MSNBC has a ‘shake-up’ the Black woman solo-led show is ALWAYS the first to go,” she wrote.

Mixed Reactions as Reid’s Legacy is Debated

Despite the controversy, some voices in media praised Reid’s contributions. NewsNation’s Kurt Bardella credited her with helping launch his career. “The 1st person at MSNBC to give me a regular place on a show was Joy Reid. I would not have a career in cable news without her. She has elevated so many diverse voices and paved a way for so many. Whatever she does next will be equally impactful.”

Keith Olbermann, a former MSNBC host, said MSNBC didn’t have a “Joy Reid problem,” but rather a “Joe Scarborough problem.” (Paul Drinkwater/NBC NewsWire)

MSNBC has yet to make an official announcement detailing the reasoning behind the change, but one thing is certain—the decision has drawn strong reactions from both sides of the political spectrum. Whether the network’s new panel show will succeed where “The ReidOut” struggled remains to be seen.

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