Jen Psaki Takes Primetime Slot in MSNBC Overhaul

MSNBC is undergoing a significant lineup shakeup as Jen Psaki, the former White House press secretary, is set to host a primetime show from 9 p.m. Tuesday through Friday, replacing Alex Wagner. This decision follows the cancellation of Joy Reid's program, The ReidOut, and other anchors such as Katie Phang and Jonathan Capehart being removed from their timeslots as part of a strategy led by new president Rebecca Kutler. Kutler expressed gratitude for Reid's contributions during her tenure and noted that rotating hosts will temporarily fill Reid's previous 7 p.m. slot. Rachel Maddow will continue to host the 9 p.m. slot on Mondays after her show resumes following Trump's first 100 days in office. Psaki's show, Inside with Jen Psaki, has previously garnered significant viewership, making it one of MSNBC's most-watched weekend programs. The changes aim to stabilize the network's ratings amid a post-election decline, emphasizing a shift towards attracting a more engaged audience.