Joy Reid Faces Backlash Over Comments on Trump Supporters and Safety Concerns

The MSNBC host claimed people have 'legitimate fears' about Trump voters, citing concerns over autocracy and personal safety.

MSNBC's Joy Reid stated that people have 'legitimate fears' of Trump supporters, suggesting they may not feel safe around them.
Reid's remarks came in a viral video where she described concerns over autocracy and potential threats to democracy under President-elect Donald Trump.
She argued that some individuals might cut ties with Trump-supporting friends and family due to perceived threats to their rights and safety.
Reid referenced issues such as abortion access, gender-affirming care, and broader human rights as reasons for heightened alarm.
Her comments have drawn criticism from conservative media, which accused her of promoting divisiveness and fear-mongering.