Despite the cancellation of her show, The Reid Out, she stated that she feels no remorse for her outspoken stance on progressive issues, including Black Lives Matter and immigrant rights.
Reid emphasized her gratitude for the support she received and affirmed her commitment to advocating for important causes, asserting that she does not regret her passionate approach to these topics.
Ultimately, I find myself filled with gratitude—pure and unadulterated gratitude. This feeling arises not only from the kindness of individuals who take the time to engage in discussions like this or offer their support, but also from the recognition that my show holds significance.
Reid expressed her emotions as she articulated her lack of regret for passionately addressing numerous progressive issues, including Black Lives Matter and immigrant rights, during her primetime program.
She emphasized the importance of discussing these topics, including the situation in Gaza, asserting that as American citizens, we possess the right to voice our objections against the suffering of innocent children.
Reid firmly stated her position, declaring that she does not regret advocating for these causes, as they align with her moral beliefs.
Joy Reid expressed her emotions in tears as she spoke publicly for the first time after her dismissal from MSNBC. Network president Rebecca Kutler informed the staff of The Reid Out on Sunday that they had not received any communication from Reid since the cancellation, according to Status News.
‘We are awaiting a response from Joy and her team regarding her preferred approach to this matter, and we wish to respect her wishes,’ Kutler stated to the staff concerning the final episode of The Reid Out.
Rebecca Kutler, the head of MSNBC, convened a meeting with Reid’s team on Sunday that quickly escalated into a tense and emotional discussion.
The expectation is to conclude with a final broadcast featuring Joy. The cancellation of The Reid Out was attributed to declining ratings, a decision that was leaked early Sunday and subsequently confirmed by management within hours.
Reports from the New York Post indicate that Katie Phang, Jonathan Capehart, and Ayman Mohyeldin have also been removed from their respective timeslots.
Additionally, NBC News has confirmed that Lester Holt will be departing from his prominent role on Nightly News. According to Status News, the meeting became increasingly charged as employees expressed their anger and sought clarification regarding the show’s cancellation and its implications for their positions at MSNBC.
Kutler emphasized that Donald Trump was not a consideration in this decision, asserting that the changes were driven by data analysis and programming strategy aimed at positioning MSNBC favorably for the upcoming year.
She noted that the cancellation was part of a wider array of programming adjustments that would be detailed on Monday.
Staff members reportedly voiced their frustration and disbelief at learning about the show’s fate through media outlets rather than from the network’s leadership.
Kutler confirmed that the staff of the show has been let go but will continue to receive pay until April along with severance packages.