MSNBC anchor Rachel Maddow's pay cut and network reorganization

SOURCE www.the-sun.com
MSNBC anchor Rachel Maddow is reportedly taking a $5 million pay cut as the network's ratings decline. Comcast plans to split NBC News, CNBC, and MSNBC to create a new company. Maddow's new contract will be for $25 million a year over the next five years. The network's ratings have dropped since Donald Trump's election victory. Maddow will continue to anchor her show and produce podcasts and documentaries.

Key Points

  • Rachel Maddow taking a $5 million pay cut at MSNBC
  • Comcast splitting NBC News, CNBC, and MSNBC to form a new company
  • Maddow's new contract at $25 million a year over the next five years
  • Ratings decline at MSNBC since Donald Trump's election victory
  • Maddow's continued role in anchoring and producing content

Pros

  • Maddow's importance and value to MSNBC recognized by executives

Cons

  • MSNBC's declining ratings and struggles post-Trump election
  • Internal conflicts and criticisms within the network