MSNBC host Joy Reid has drawn sharp criticism for her handling of the tragic Bourbon Street terrorist attack in New Orleans during Thursday’s episode of The ReidOut. True to form, Reid focused not on the alleged attacker but on her broader narrative about “American violence,” a move many have called divisive and irresponsible.
The attack itself was horrific: 14 people were killed, and over 30 injured when a pickup truck plowed into a crowd celebrating New Year’s Eve. The suspect, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, a 42-year-old U.S. citizen and Army veteran from Texas, has since been identified as having been radicalized. Reports indicate Jabbar had sworn allegiance to ISIS multiple times, both in writings and online videos.
However, Reid’s coverage of the tragedy has sparked outrage, not least for what critics describe as her selective framing. Introducing the story, Reid stated:
“We begin tonight with what should be a happy new year but instead, it’s a tragic one marred by violence and death. Fourteen people were killed and more than 30 injured when a 42-year-old U.S. citizen and Army veteran from Texas rammed a pickup truck into a crowd during New Year’s celebrations on Bourbon Street in New Orleans.”
Critics were quick to note that Reid omitted critical information about Jabbar’s radicalization and ties to ISIS. Some have accused her of deliberately focusing on his status as a U.S. citizen and Army veteran to fit a broader narrative about “American violence.”
Reid’s commentary took a highly personal turn when she spoke about the victims, describing them as “young, diverse, full of promise,” and lamenting that their deaths represent “the America we should have.” She then added:
“It’s a line that underscores the seemingly endless age of American violence.”
By framing the attack as a symptom of broader societal issues, Reid appeared to shift focus away from Jabbar’s radical Islamist motivations. This has led many to accuse her of excusing the actions of a terrorist while using the tragedy to push an anti-American agenda.
The backlash has been swift and fierce. Many have called out Reid for what they see as a pattern of inflammatory and divisive rhetoric. Conservative commentators and social media users alike have pointed to her coverage as yet another example of MSNBC enabling anti-American sentiment under the guise of social critique.
One critic argued:
“Reid would have all of America believe a radicalized Islamist who swore allegiance to ISIS in both writings and YouTube videos mauled down dozens of happy New Year’s Eve celebrators because of ‘American violence.’”
Others criticized Reid’s assertion that the U.S. is “the most violent non-war-torn country on Earth,” calling it an oversimplification that ignores the complexities of crime and violence in the United States. Many pointed out that violent crime in the U.S. is often concentrated in specific urban areas, which they claim are plagued by failed governance and systemic issues.
Reid’s handling of the New Orleans attack raises broader questions about the role of journalists in framing narratives around national tragedies. Is it responsible to use such events as platforms for political or ideological points? Critics argue that such approaches risk alienating audiences and inflaming tensions.
Joy Reid’s coverage of the New Orleans terrorist attack has reignited debates over media bias, narrative framing, and journalistic responsibility. While her defenders argue that Reid is highlighting systemic issues that deserve attention, her critics contend that she is exploiting a tragedy to push a divisive agenda.
This controversy underscores the challenges facing modern journalism: balancing the need for critical social commentary with the imperative to report facts accurately and responsibly. For Reid, the fallout from this incident may well define how she’s perceived as both a journalist and a public figure moving forward.
I hope another attack is on Joy Reid and her multi-million dollar home, and we can get rid of the Anti-American bitch and the terrorist for good.
Next target CNN for allowing the bitch to continue to attack Americans instead of the real threat Fuc*ing Obama’s buddies Muslims.
@ Michael Smith: I agree 100%.
“Journalist Responsibility”?? From this girl? Not gonna happen. People actually listen to this girl?
@ Frick:
Don’t you mean gir-rilla?
White communist female dogs get info from a crack whore on The Spew. Same propaganda, different channel
The suspect, Shamsud-Din Jabbar, is a 42-year-old “U.S. citizen” and Army “veteran” from Texas. He’s a poser. A Jihadi posing as a U.S. Citizen & Veteran.
This is what Mozlems do: infiltrate countries, pretend to be harmless and blend in UNTIL they get the signal from their Mozlem superiors to start blowing stuff up and killing innocent people. If one is not an Islamist, they will be considered an “Infidel”.
Don’t you people understand yet???? The only thing that matters to a Mozlem is Jihad. That creep Jabbar, is chomping at the bit to kill as many “infidels” as possible.
George, you got that right and the Communist Democrats allowed this to happen.
I’m a proud infidel and never will convert to Islam.
The Muslims must be shot dead in the streets, their nothing but barbarian and hasn’t evolved into a civilized people.
@ Michael Smith: Well said. The Muslims MUST be shot dead in the streets, but hose them down with pigs blood first. To them, Pork is like Kryptonite. Then raze their Mosques to the ground. They use their Mosques to store weapons,
don’t leave out the great service the catholic church is giving to the illegals
George, I was also told to dip your ammo in pigs blood as well but not the brass.
Joy Reid crawled out of the pit, to feed her agenda, on the bodies of the dead and injured. Ghoul !
I see no reason why this racist idiot is given face time. She has not made a sensible comment in so long she probably is beyond help. I doubt she has any responsible following. This nation needs pulled together, not torn apart. This fool is on the wrong side.
If Joy Reid cannot report the news as it happens, and has to fabricate her own demented ideas, why is she even working at a news station, as she makes up her own reports and doesn’t report the truth. She should not be allowed to make up false reports. I would not hire her as she is deceitful. She should be either tell the truth or be terminated for her false reports. Also, the Gaza area should be leveled and considered being turned into a parking lot, as that is all it seems to be good for.
Why do they allow this woman on TV? She is nothing but a anti-American hate monger, who spews lies and propaganda.
Why is that bitch still employed????
because sheeople still support cable (corrupt) television
NOTE: This is nothing new. I have been involved in counter-terrorism since 1975. I have encountered friends of Muslim terrorists among the news media, the political community, bureaucrats, academia, and/or simply ignorant people from all walks of life. See my comments below. Soldier/Cop, Retired.
All Americans, do you really understand Islam? You best read the article below and do some serious research. Your very life may be at risk! Most important, ask yourself why so many government officials and the media in the so-called Free/Western world tend to downplay and/or avoid detailed disclosures when reporting on incidents involving Muslim perpetrators.
QUESTION: May an old soldier/cop with many years of experience combating all manner of terrorism ask all of you who are currently demonstrating in many different ways that you sympathize with and/or support varied Muslim causes (i.e. pro-Palestinian, anti-Jew, anti Israel, pro Hamas, anti-Christian, anti-America, pro-Iran, etc.) a question? Just how much do you know about the mandates/tasks given to Muslims over 1400 years ago by the Prophet himself? Suggest all those non-Muslims feeling and/or demonstrating sympathy for any/all Muslim causes take note. Muslims were charged over 1400 years ago to rid the world of non-believers, install Sharia as the law of the land, and establish Islam as the world’s only religion.
In 1982 a team of army officers were charged by the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs after the kidnapping of an army general (December 1981) with the tasks of assessing the primary threats to DOD personnel deployed overseas, and developing doctrine for combating the same. The team presented the results of their assessment to the Reagan administration clearly identifying the ‘Primary Threat’ to DOD personnel in the spring of 1982.
Take note, that ‘Primary Threat’ was then as it is today, except today it applies to ‘All Americans’. That ‘Primary Threat’ is the threat presented by radical Muslims to all non-believers. Like most of the so-called ‘Free World’ has been doing for many years, the Reagan administration did not take the team’s assessment to heart until over 200 military personnel were killed by a single Muslim suicide bomber in 1983.
Sadly and tragically every administration starting with Bill Clinton has downplayed the Muslim threat. George Bush turned his Counter-Muslim terrorists campaigns into country building campaigns primary aimed at making billions for the American Military/Industrial/Political Complex. Only Donald Trump attempted to find a compromise with Muslim world. As soon as Joe Biden stole the Presidency did we see how easy it was to negate Trump’s efforts and provide opportunities around the world for Muslim radicals to complete the tasks Mohammad gave them. What Joe Biden has done will more than likely enhance completion of the Muslim’s objectives beyond measure. As a Christian soldier I believe we have reached the point that the return of Jesus may be the only hope of survival for the non-Muslim world.
Suggest all non-Muslims consider the words of one of the army officers who served on that 1982 team presented to a large gathering of college students at the invitation of their college shortly after the Biden administration abandoned many Americans and our Afghan allies when he literally surrendered to the Taliban.
“The only tactic that has any hope of deterring the Muslim threat is to kill them in their beds before they kill us in ours!”
Soldier/Cop. Retired
she/it would rather a Confederate flag be in the truck. When skin color and a perverted life(death) style is all you have, you play the race & lgbtq card. I am NOT homo-phobic. I am NOT scared of them. I am homo-nauseous, they make me sick. The cancer on society can be cured, when the host is dead & buried. use much Clorox, just to be sure… lying knee grows
Note worthy! None of these people in the spotlight, bothered to mention that this guy had ties to ISIS. You can tell a democrat everytime his mouth opens!