You’re fired: Joy Reid among MSNBC personalities axed from evening lineup
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MSNBC’s evening lineup is getting a makeover as it undergoes major changes that may surprise loyal viewers. The network, backed by NBCUniversal, is reportedly moving Symone Sanders-Townsend, Alicia Menendez, and Michael Steele to the 7 p.m. weekday time slot, Tuesday through Friday, according to Variety. On Mondays, the trio will host a two-hour block from 7 to 9 p.m., which will affect Joy Reid, who currently anchors at 7 p.m. She is expected to host her final show this week. Additionally, Alex Wagner, who’s been hosting at 9 p.m. most.
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