Two notable people were fired from MSNBC in 2025:
- Matthew Dowd, a political analyst, was fired in September 2025 after making controversial comments about the shooting and death of conservative activist Charlie Kirk. Dowd suggested that Kirk's rhetoric contributed to the violence, which led to backlash. MSNBC president Rebecca Kutler called Dowd's comments "inappropriate, insensitive, and unacceptable" and he was let go shortly after the incident. Dowd later apologized and defended his comments as being misconstrued.
- Joy Reid, a political commentator and television host, was fired earlier in 2025 as part of a network reorganization. She was known for her progressive commentary and criticism of former President Trump. MSNBC president Rebecca Kutler announced Reid's departure with thanks for her contributions, and Reid expressed gratitude to her supporters in her farewell messages.
Thus, Matthew Dowd and Joy Reid were fired from MSNBC in 2025 for different reasons—Dowd for controversial remarks following a tragic event, and Reid as part of programming changes.
