Rachel Maddow cursed her boss Rebecca Kutler on air… Rebecca Kutler responded harshly right after that “Do this if you want to leave like Joy Reid”

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In a moment that stunned viewers and rocked the internal dynamics at MSNBC, Rachel Maddow appeared to curse her boss, Rebecca Kutler, live on air during a tense segment that veered unexpectedly off script.

The moment, though brief, was unmistakable. Maddow, visibly frustrated, muttered an expletive clearly directed at Kutler, who currently serves as the network’s senior executive overseeing programming and talent.

The incident took place during a heated broadcast discussing internal editorial decisions, which Maddow seemed to disagree with.

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As the camera cut to a commercial break, Maddow’s microphone was still live, capturing her biting remark aimed squarely at Kutler.

Within minutes, social media lit up with clips of the moment, sparking widespread speculation about a growing rift behind the scenes at MSNBC.

Rebecca Kutler, known for her no-nonsense leadership style and close ties with network leadership, wasted no time in responding.

According to multiple sources inside the network, Kutler fired back almost immediately in a tense exchange that took place just minutes after the show ended.

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Witnesses say she told Maddow, “Do this if you want to leave like Joy Reid,” referencing the abrupt and controversial sidelining of Reid from her previous primetime slot—an internal shake-up that had already caused unrest among MSNBC staffers.

The comparison to Joy Reid was not lost on anyone. Reid’s departure from her high-profile position, though officially framed as a programming shift, was rumored to be fueled by behind-the-scenes disagreements and pressure from executives.

The implication in Kutler’s remark was clear: Maddow’s position, no matter how influential, is not untouchable.

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While Rachel Maddow has long been considered one of MSNBC’s biggest stars, drawing consistent ratings and wielding significant influence over the network’s political coverage, her recent reduced schedule and rumored frustration with network direction have fueled ongoing speculation about her future.

This latest on-air flare-up only intensifies the spotlight on internal conflict at MSNBC, particularly as the network prepares for a contentious 2024 election cycle and ongoing challenges from competitors and critics.

So far, MSNBC has not issued a formal statement about the incident, and neither Maddow nor Kutler has commented publicly.

However, insiders report that emergency meetings were called immediately after the broadcast, with top executives scrambling to assess the fallout and prevent further internal escalation.

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The episode has left viewers and media insiders alike questioning how much longer Maddow will remain at MSNBC, and whether this public conflict signals a deeper unraveling within the network’s leadership.

As tensions rise behind the scenes, all eyes are now on how both women will navigate the next steps in what has quickly become one of the most talked-about media dramas of the year.