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This vulnerability stood in stark contrast to Reid's past behavior, where she criticized others for expressing emotion, labeling some displays of emotion as indicative of racism. Critics have seized upon this perceived hypocrisy, using it as a lens to evaluate her media persona.
The Fallout of Reid's Departure
The cancellation of Reid’s show was part of a broader shakeup at MSNBC, where shows hosted by three of the network's most left-leaning anchors were terminated. In tandem with these changes, former President Donald Trump took to Truth Social to denounce Reid, calling her "the mentally obnoxious, racist" and commenting on her lackluster ratings, implying that she should have been removed long before this moment.