The ReidOut with Joy Reid

Tonight on The ReidOut, we lead with a statement from Ethics Committee member Glenn Ivey, who discusses Matt Gaetz, Donald Trump’s initial pick for U.S. attorney general, and the bombshell Ethics Committee report, which is as bad and revolting as anticipated. Also, Trump’s territorial ambitions resurface as he demands the return of the Panama Canal and that Denmark hand over Greenland, despite his promises of no more wars. Plus, President Biden makes history by commuting nearly all federal death sentences. Listen now.

Tonight on The ReidOut, after Elon Musk, Donald Trump, and their allies on Capitol Hill derailed a deal to fund the government, Republicans sheepishly backed down late today with significant help from Democrats to avert a potentially devastating Christmas shutdown. Joy Reid brings you the latest. Also, while Santa is busy sorting out who’s been naughty or nice, we’ve been compiling our own list of "Who Won the Year." Throughout tonight’s show, we’ll celebrate the trailblazers, the champions holding the rich and powerful to account, and those fighting for freedom and dignity for all people who made a real difference in the world this year.

Joy Reid leads this edition of The ReidOut with breaking news from Capitol Hill, where tonight Republicans failed to pass a paired down spending bill that would fund the government and provide aid for hurricane victims and farmers. "It's the end of yet another Republican manufactured chaotic day and a taste of what's to come," Joy says. In a failure that takes America closer to a government shutdown, 38 Republicans voted no to sink the Trump-backed spending bill--which was also reportedly influenced by the unelected billionaire Elon Musk. Listen now to this edition of The ReidOut on MSNBC.

Joy Reid leads this episode of the ReidOut with Trump’s biggest political feat: convincing working class voters that he is on their side, despite his cabinet of billionaires saying otherwise. Plus, the continuation of the Trump retribution tour, this time with Republicans preparing a criminal investigation of Liz Cheney, after she dared to speak the truth about Trump. Also tonight, Joy and her guests discuss Trump picking one time Georgia Senate candidate Herschel Walker as the Ambassador to the Bahamas. All this and much more in this edition of The ReidOut on MSNBC.

Joy Reid leads this episode of the ReidOut with the latest chaos surrounding Donald Trump assembling his incoming cabinet, which now includes many who attempted to undermine the vote in the 2020 presidential election. Pam Bondi and Pete Hegseth are on the list of those who helped spread baseless theories in 2020, who are now heading into power with Trump. Joy and her guests discuss this plus Trump’s attempts to demand compliance from the courts, the media, and foreign leaders, with a lawsuit against the Des Moines Register as his latest revenge-seeking endeavor. Plus, Dr. Peter Hotez joins Joy to discuss the rise of vaccine skepticism, with RFK Jr., Trump’s controversial pick as head of Health and Human Services, meeting with lawmakers today. All this and more in this edition of The ReidOut on MSNBC.

Tonight on The ReidOut, Joy Reid leas with Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg having a little fun with the increasingly wild drone conspiracy theories--but conspiracies remain deeply ingrained in the American bloodstream, and the incoming president is surrounded by conspiracy theorists. Also tonight, the right's glorification of Daniel Penny, whose claim to fame is putting a homeless man into a fatal chokehold. Plus, the future of the Democratic Party—school shooting survivor and anti-gun activist David Hogg launches his bid for DNC Vice Chair on the same day that yet another school shooting occurred in America. David Hogg joins us tonight. Listen now to this edition of The ReidOut on MSNBC.

Joy Reid leads this episode of the ReidOut with the latest on Trump’s incoming Middle East Advisor, Massad Boulos, who is also Tiffany Trump’s father-in-law. According to new reporting, Boulos is not a billionaire after all, he just allowed people to say he was. Joy and her guests discuss this plus renewed vaccine skepticism with RFK Jr’s lawyer asking the Federal Drug Administration to revoke approval of the polio vaccine. Plus, Joy and her guests discuss Senate Republicans’ pressure campaign on Trump cabinet picks, as well as the White House strategy for combating Islamophobia. All this and more in this edition of The ReidOut on MSNBC.

Joy Reid leads this episode of the ReidOut with the breaking news of Donald Trump being named Time’s Person of the Year. Lawrence O’Donnell joins Joy Reid to discuss this title, the one Trump now shares with names like Adolf Hitler, Joseph Stalin, Ayatollah Khomeini, and Vladimir Putin. Also in this episode, North Carolina Governor-Elect Josh Stein joins Joy to discuss the giant power grab by his state’s Republicans, one that would strip duly elected Democrats in the state of their powers, and his lawsuit against the GOP legislation to fight back. Plus, Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley joins the show to discuss President Biden’s day of pardoning more than 1,500 non-violent offenders on his way out of office. All this and more in this edition of The ReidOut on MSNBC.

Joy Reid leads this episode of the ReidOut with the breaking news of FBI Director Christopher Wray stepping down ahead of the incoming Trump presidency. Joy and her guests discuss whether Wray’s resignation is an example of compliance in advance of an incoming autocrat Trump. Plus, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries joins Joy to discuss how House Democrats are preparing for the incoming Trump presidency. Also in this episode, a look into the fall of Assad. All this and more in this edition of The ReidOut on MSNBC.

Tonight on The ReidOut, Joy Reid invites you to revisit Justin Trudeau’s infamous 2019 hot mic moment mocking Donald Trump, the same year as a notable display of affection with Melania Trump. Fast forward to today, and Trump is joking about annexing Canada and demoting Trudeau to governor after the Canadian Prime Minister's failed appeasement trip to Mar-a-Lago. Meanwhile, the case of a wealthy, young valedictorian accused of murdering a healthcare CEO has sparked debate among conservatives over when killing is condemned and when it is excused. Plus, Senator Elizabeth Warren joins Joy to discuss Trump’s attacks on regulations and consumer protections, as well as Dr. Oz’s controversial proposals targeting Medicare.

Tonight on The ReidOut, Joy Reid and her guests take a closer look at the person of interest being held for questioning in central Pennsylvania, 280 miles from New York City, as new details emerge about his background, ideology, and potential motive in connection to the murder of a health insurance company CEO. Meanwhile, Donald Trump’s immigration rhetoric escalates as he pushes for an end to birthright citizenship, a right explicitly protected by the Constitution. Plus, we discuss the seismic shift in the Middle East as the Assad regime in Syria collapses after half a century, delivering a massive blow to Iran and Russia. We explore what this game-changing development means for the U.S. and the world.

Tonight on The ReidOut, Joy Reid revisits the controversy of President Ford's preemptive pardon of Richard Nixon, who likely committed crimes but was never charged, drawing a parallel to President Biden's consideration of preemptive pardons for individuals targeted by Trump's incoming "Department of Retribution." Meanwhile, Trump is reportedly planning an inhumane deportation strategy to send immigrants to countries not their own—places where they may not even speak the language—despite some of those countries firmly refusing to cooperate.

Tonight on The ReidOut, Joy Reid delves into the state of Donald Trump's unconventional approach to leadership, starting with the dismissal of vetting processes for critical roles, and ignoring the Constitution's mandate for Senate advice and consent. Plus, Trump's defense secretary pick, Pete Hegseth, faces scrutiny over allegations of alcohol abuse and his controversial writings about the military, raising alarms among senators. Meanwhile, Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy bring their political agenda to Capitol Hill, pushing for drastic funding cuts that could impact children, veterans, and college students. Finally, the search intensifies for the suspect in the killing of a health insurance CEO in Manhattan, as authorities release the first image of the alleged shooter. Listen now.

Tonight on The ReidOut, Pete Hegseth and his mother continue their apparent PR campaign while Donald Trump fills his administration with billionaires, celebrities, and loyalists, raising questions about their qualifications. Meanwhile, Trump's Cabinet picks are making Vladimir Putin very happy, reflecting the alignment of their interests. Additionally, the conservative Supreme Court justices are echoing right-wing talking points in a major trans rights case, leaving little doubt about the direction of their upcoming decision. Listen now to this edition of The ReidOut with Joy Reid.

Tonight on The ReidOut, Joy Reid brings you breaking news regarding Pete Hegseth, who is under scrutiny after new reporting from NBC News reveals that some current and former Fox colleagues claim they smelled alcohol on his breath "many times," with his Senate support for a potential role as Trump's Defense secretary reportedly waning. Meanwhile, Kash Patel, Trump's pick for FBI director, would be the first to assume the role with a published enemies list. Andrew Weissmann—one of the individuals named—joins the show. Plus, in North Carolina, Republicans are employing a tactic reminiscent of mobster strategies, swiftly stripping Democrats of their powers when they win at the ballot box. Listen now to this edition of The ReidOut on MSNBC.

Tonight on The ReidOut, Joy shines a spotlight on Kash Patel, who apparently views Trump as "the king," and is his choice for FBI director. Meanwhile, shocking revelations emerge about Trump’s pick for defense secretary, Pete Hegseth—including criticism from Hegseth's own mother. Neither man is qualified for these powerful roles, but their unwavering loyalty to Trump is the only requirement that seems to matter, critics say. Also, the Hunter Biden pardon raises a critical question: Why hasn’t President Biden granted far more pardons to address the systemic injustices plaguing the nation? Listen now.

Tonight on The ReidOut, Joy Reid leads with Rudy Giuliani’s downfall as he continues to face financial ruin and public humiliation, culminating in an outburst in a New York City courtroom, with no support from Donald Trump—the man he once sacrificed everything for. Meanwhile, Trump and his team are threatening Democratic mayors with arrests and withholding federal funds as mass deportations loom, raising questions about how cities can fight back; one of New York’s mayoral candidates will join the discussion. Plus, on the eve of Thanksgiving, Joy has a special message for all the MAGA trolls and their enablers before we pass the plates.

Tonight on The ReidOut, Joy Reid explores America’s potential 2025 health system, led by anti-vaxxer and recovering heroin addict RFK Jr., alongside TV doctors like Dr. Oz—none of whom have significant public health experience. Meanwhile, trouble brews in Trump World as someone faces backlash for committing the cardinal sin of profiting off Trump’s name without sharing the gains. Plus, our guide to navigating autocracy examines how business owners can prepare for mass deportation raids, as Trump’s border czar pledges to detain anyone who resists.

Tonight on The ReidOut, Joy Reid examines Elon Musk, Vivek Ramaswamy, and their billionaire allies, whose government efficiency commission promises to reward themselves while everyday Americans face the hardships Musk admits will result from their budget cuts. Meanwhile, Democrats are being urged to confront the real reasons behind their election losses, as nearly three weeks post-election, the facts are finally coming into focus. Listen now.

Tonight on The ReidOut, Joy Reid leads with how Pam Bondi, Donald Trump’s new pick for attorney general following the Gaetz implosion, is revealed to have been at the forefront of pushing Trump’s 2020 election lies, with new reports indicating that he is still not ready to move on from that loss. Meanwhile, Trump’s claims of ignorance about the extreme and unpopular Project 2025 are contradicted, as it is now confirmed to be a significant part of his agenda for the next four years.