MSNBC has announced it will slash an hour from its flagship “Morning Joe” program, reducing the show from four hours to three with the elimination of the 9 a.m. slot beginning in June.
The move is part of a sweeping overhaul at the beleaguered liberal network, executives said. The restructuring follows ongoing ratings challenges and corporate changes that have prompted leadership to aggressively reshape programming.
According to industry reports, Stephanie Ruhle is expected to take on an expanded role in the morning lineup as MSNBC reconfigures its schedule.
The decision reflects growing pressure on “Morning Joe,” a program long regarded as a cornerstone of the network’s political coverage. Executives aim to streamline operations and improve performance after recent declines in viewership.
