Former MSNBC host Joy Reid engaged in a heated debate on CNN's "Newsnight," defending Iran following U.S. strikes on its nuclear facilities. She argued that Israel's possession of nuclear weapons and its actions in Gaza are reasons for Iran's pursuit of nukes, and controversially compared LGBTQ+ rights in the U.S. to Iran. Other panelists, including Brad Todd, Abby Phillip, and Arthur Aidala, challenged her views, emphasizing Iran's role as a state sponsor of terrorism.
Ex-MSNBC host Joy Reid clashes with CNN panel as she defends Iran
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Former MSNBC host Joy Reid engaged in a heated debate on CNN's "Newsnight," defending Iran following U.S. strikes on its nuclear facilities. She argued that Israel's possession of nuclear weapons and its actions in Gaza are reasons for Iran's pursuit of nukes, and controversially compared LGBTQ+ rights in the U.S. to Iran. Other panelists, including Brad Todd, Abby Phillip, and Arthur Aidala, challenged her views, emphasizing Iran's role as a state sponsor of terrorism.
Trending- 1 Earlier this year: Joy Reid's MSNBC show was canceled
- 2 Last week: Whoopi Goldberg made comments on 'The View'
- 3 Tuesday: Joy Reid clashed with a panel on CNN's 'Newsnight'
- Heated on-air debate and public controversy over Joy Reid's statements
- Continued discussion on U.S.-Iran-Israel relations and human rights issues
What: Former MSNBC host Joy Reid debated a CNN panel, defending Iran's actions and nuclear ambitions by criticizing Israel's nuclear program and actions in Gaza, and drawing controversial comparisons between LGBTQ+ rights in the U.S. and Iran.
When: Tuesday (clash on CNN); last week (Whoopi Goldberg's comments); earlier this year (Reid's MSNBC show canceled).
Where: CNN's "Newsnight" studio; Syria; Jordan; Iraq; Gaza; United States; Iran; Israel.
Why: Reid's defense of Iran stemmed from her view that Israel's nuclear capabilities and actions in Gaza justify Iran's pursuit of nukes, and to highlight perceived human rights issues in the U.S. as a counterpoint.
How: Through a televised panel discussion where Reid presented her arguments and clashed with other contributors.