MS Now Axes Part of 'Morning Joe' in Significant Shake-Up
By Nick Givas
Published on March 18, 2026.
MS NOW, formerly MSNBC, has decided to cut one hour from "Morning Joe," a popular show hosted by Joe Scarborough and his wife Mika Brzezinski, in addition to other changes that will alter the network's lineup from morning through night. The changes will include a return to a three-hour format from 6-9 a.m. ET, with Jonathan Lemire co-anchoring the 8 am. hour instead of the 9 a. m. hour, Alicia Menendez, co-host of "The Weeknight," will take over the 12-2 p.m., and Chris Hayes will again anchor Monday nights at 8 p.pm. The change was announced by MS NOW President Rebecca Kutler during the channel's daily editorial call and staff will be able to assume new roles if their show is affected.
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