Rumors About Stephanie Ruhle Leaving MSNBC Debunked
Here's what we know so far.
Stephanie Ruhle is not leaving MSNBC, according to all currently available reports. She continues to host The 11th Hour on MSNBC, airing weeknights at 11 p.m. ET.
In December 2024, The Ankler reported that MSNBC offered Ruhle and fellow anchor Joy Reid contract renewals that included pay cuts as part of the network's cost-cutting measures. Ruhle reportedly earns $2 million a year and plans to remain with the network under the revised terms.
The cost-cutting efforts follow a similar reduction in Rachel Maddow's salary and come as Comcast plans to spin off cable assets, causing uncertainty within MSNBC's staff. An MSNBC spokesperson denied rumors that network president Rashida Jones would be departing, despite reported internal upheaval (via New York Post).
Amid these negotiations, Ruhle remains active on-air and on social media. She continues to contribute as NBC News' Senior Business Analyst. She also engages in public commentary, including a recent appearance on Rainn Wilson's podcast, wherein she claimed that 'there is no fact-checking' on X (formerly Twitter), describing the platform as 'a bastion of misinformation.' Reason Magazine later disputed this, citing X's Community Notes as a form of decentralized fact-checking.
There have been no official statements or reports confirming that Ruhle intends to exit MSNBC. She maintains a consistent presence on the network's nightly lineup and social platforms, with recent posts about economic commentary and political analysis.
Originally reported by Anubhav Chaudhry on ComingSoon.
The post Rumors About Stephanie Ruhle Leaving MSNBC Debunked appeared first on Mandatory.
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