Rachel Maddow Gets Candid About Jen Psaki Taking Over Her MSNBC Slot
- Rachel Maddow ended her 100-day run hosting MSNBC's 9 pm ET slot on May 5, 2025, and handed it over to Jen Psaki starting May 6.
- Maddow agreed to host five nights a week during Trump's first 100 days after MSNBC asked, although she had scaled back her shows since 2022 and never planned a full return.
- Jen Psaki, a former Joe Biden spokesperson, now hosts The Briefing Tuesday through Friday at 9 pm ET, while Maddow returns to Mondays only.
- Maddow described the request from MSNBC as genuinely sincere and thoughtful, emphasizing that it would benefit both their viewers and the network, and she commended Psaki’s strong connections that enable her to secure high-profile interviews.
- Maddow plans to remain on MSNBC for Mondays and special coverage but seeks more free time, confident Psaki will improve the 9 pm slot with her insider knowledge.
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Rachel Maddow Gets Candid About Jen Psaki Taking Over Her MSNBC Slot
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