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NBC News Cuts 150 Jobs, Axes Diversity Initiatives

10/18/2025

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NBC News announced 150 layoffs, about 7% of the newsroom, as part of a restructuring ending ties with MSNBC and CNBC.
The layoffs eliminate teams for marginalized communities, including NBC BLK and NBC Out, with their work shifted to general newsroom staff.
The move aligns with trends of reducing diversity initiatives amid political pressure, including actions by the Trump administration, and NBC executives say the cuts are necessary for success.

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NBC News announced 150 layoffs, about 7% of the newsroom, as part of a restructuring ending ties with MSNBC and CNBC.
The layoffs eliminate teams for marginalized communities, including NBC BLK and NBC Out, with their work shifted to general newsroom staff.
The move aligns with trends of reducing diversity initiatives amid political pressure, including actions by the Trump administration, and NBC executives say the cuts are necessary for success.