Morning Joe Faces Backlash and Ratings Drop

MSNBC's 'Morning Joe' hosts Joe Scarborough and Mika Brzezinski are facing intense backlash and a significant viewership decline after meeting with President-elect Donald Trump at Mar-a-Lago. The meeting, intended to 'restart communications', has been criticized as opportunistic and hypocritical, especially since the hosts previously labeled Trump a threat to democracy. Their decision led to a 12% drop in ratings over two days, with prominent figures like Rosie O'Donnell vowing to boycott the show. The controversy coincides with Comcast's decision to spin off MSNBC's cable channel lineup, raising concerns about the network's future amid financial restructuring. Despite the criticism, Scarborough emphasized their commitment to providing insights into Trump's administration. Trump described the meeting as cordial, expressing appreciation for their willingness to communicate.