MSNBC's Morning Joe was pulled off the air to continue news coverage of the aftermath of the attempted assassination of President Donald Trump. The decision was made to avoid potential inappropriate comments during a fraught political moment.
Key Points
Decision to preempt Morning Joe due to breaking news nature of the attempted assassination story
Concern over potential inappropriate comments by guests during live broadcast
Pros
Continued breaking news coverage of a significant event
Avoidance of potential inappropriate comments in a sensitive political climate
Cons
Disruption of regular programming
Potential criticism for preempting a top-rated show