Rashida Jones Considering Departure from MSNBC Amid Plummeting Ratings
Since taking on the role of president at MSNBC in 2021, Rashida Jones has faced a challenging time at the helm of the far-left network. Recent reports suggest that Jones is contemplating an early exit from MSNBC in 2025, following a significant decline in ratings after Donald Trump’s victory in the 2024 election.
Speculation surrounding Jones’ potential departure stems from the network’s sharp decline in viewership post-Trump’s re-election. The Wrap reported that sources close to the matter indicated that Jones may step down after Trump’s second inauguration on January 20. While a spokesperson for Jones denied the rumors, CNN’s Brian Stelter confirmed that she is indeed considering an exit.
According to recent data, MSNBC has experienced a 50.7% drop in primetime viewership since the election, averaging 661,000 viewers compared to the previous 1.34 million. Media analyst John Nolte of Breitbart News attributes this decline to Jones’ strategic missteps in anticipating Trump’s defeat, leading to a lack of preparedness for his electoral triumph.
If MSNBC’s ratings continue to plummet, there is a looming threat of advertisers pulling away from the network, posing a significant challenge for its future sustainability. With mounting pressure on Jones and the network as a whole, the future of MSNBC remains uncertain in the face of its current struggles.
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