Ex-MSNBC Host Joy Reid Criticizes MAGA Voters' Loyalty to Trump

Former MSNBC host Joy Reid harshly criticized MAGA voters during an episode of "NIGHT SCHOOL with Marc Lamont Hill," describing their loyalty to President Donald Trump as cult-like and warning of dangerous consequences. She claimed Trump supporters are willing to sacrifice their healthcare, families, and even their daughters to keep him in power, stating that Trump could harm them without repercussions due to their devotion. Reid compared Trump to cult leader Jim Jones and suggested the MAGA movement would struggle to continue without Trump, dismissing Vice President JD Vance as lacking charisma and personality to lead. She drew parallels between Trump voters and Obama voters who only turn out for Obama himself and not down-ballot candidates, emphasizing the personal devotion Trump commands. Reid also expressed concern about white voters' continued support for Republicans out of opposition to Democrats, even after Trump leaves office. Her comments highlight a view of MAGA voters as intensely loyal to Trump personally rather than the broader Republican Party platform.