MSNBC hires Eugene Daniels as Joy Reid's replacement

MSNBC has announced the hiring of Eugene Daniels as their new Senior Washington Correspondent and co-host of 'The Weekend,' following the firing of Joy Reid and the cancellation of her program, 'The ReidOut.' Daniels, who has been a contributor since 2021, is known for his expertise on Kamala Harris and pop culture references, including being a 'walking Beyoncé encyclopedia.' The lineup changes come amidst a broader restructuring under new MSNBC President Rebecca Kutler, which also sees other hosts transitioning to new time slots. Joy Reid, in an emotional podcast interview, expressed her feelings of anger, guilt, and gratitude over her show's cancellation, emphasizing her commitment to progressive issues. Despite Reid's exit, MSNBC appears to maintain its progressive stance, with Daniels' hiring marking a new chapter for the network. The revamped 'The Weekend' show is set to launch in late April and will feature additional co-hosts yet to be announced.