Longtime MSNBC anchor Andrea Mitchell will retire from her daily program, Andrea Mitchell Reports, following the 2025 presidential inauguration. While her show is ending, Mitchell will reportedly continue her roles as NBC News’ chief Washington correspondent and chief foreign affairs correspondent.
Mitchell announced the news herself on Tuesday’s broadcast, expressing her desire to return to field reporting, citing the significant challenges facing the next president, including “two foreign wars and the political divisions here at home.” This transition marks the end of a 16-year run for Andrea Mitchell Reports, a staple of MSNBC’s daytime lineup.
Having joined NBC News in 1980, Mitchell has been a fixture in political journalism for over four decades. Her extensive experience and insightful reporting have made her a respected voice in Washington and beyond. Her decision to step back from daily anchoring signals a shift in her career but not a departure from journalism altogether.
It will be interesting to see how MSNBC chooses to fill the void left by Andrea Mitchell Reports. Her departure creates an opportunity for the network to reshape its daytime programming and potentially elevate a new voice. While Mitchell’s presence on the anchor desk will be missed, her continued reporting from the field will provide valuable insights and analysis in the years to come.
