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Rashida Jones Steps Down as President of MSNBC Ahead of Trump Inauguration

Rashida Jones resigns as president of MSNBC, marking a significant leadership change as the network faces declining ratings and prepares for a new corporate structure.

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  1. MSNBC president stepping down ahead of Trump inauguration

    Rashida Jones’s departure from MSNBC, amid declining viewership and an impending ownership change, marks a significant and tumultuous shift for the network as it braces for the Trump administration.

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  3. MSNBC President Rashida Jones Stepping Down, To Be Replaced By Architect Of Massive Media Failure

    The leadership shake-up at MSNBC is emblematic of the broader turbulence plaguing leftwing media outlets, as they struggle to navigate a rapidly shifting landscape and recover from declining viewership.

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  4. Rashida Jones stepping down as MSNBC president on eve of Trump inauguration

    Rashida Jones’ departure marks a significant shift for MSNBC as it prepares to navigate the tumultuous waters of a second Trump administration, alongside new corporate leadership.

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  5. Rashida Jones is stepping down as MSNBC president on the eve of Trump inauguration

    Rashida Jones' departure from MSNBC marks a significant transition for the network as it navigates the turbulent waters of a potential second Trump administration and a shifting corporate landscape, raising questions about its future trajectory.

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  6. MSNBC President Rashida Jones steps down after four-year tenure

    Rashida Jones's tenure at MSNBC marked a historic achievement for diversity in leadership and a period of significant success for the network, yet her departure comes at a time when cable news faces formidable challenges in adapting to the shifting landscape of media consumption.

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  7. MSNBC President Resigns Amid Declining Ratings

    Rashida Jones' resignation marks the end of a pivotal chapter at MSNBC, a network grappling with declining ratings and significant changes in leadership.

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Jan 14th, 2025, 4:02 PM ET

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Rashida Jones announced her resignation as president of MSNBC, effective just before Donald Trump's second term. Her departure comes amid corporate changes and a sharp drop in viewership. Jones, the first Black executive leader of a major U.S. news network, will be succeeded by Rebecca Kutler, who takes over during a challenging time for the network as it gears up for a spin-off from NBCUniversal. Despite having driven ratings successes during her tenure, MSNBC has seen considerable viewership decline in recent months, prompting shifts in network strategy as it navigates a politically charged environment.

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