''Disappointing': Top 10 media reactions to Trump's election win, from emotional outbursts to accusations of sexism'
Media personalities on the left described the election results as "troubling" and a "cultural resentment vote."
On Tuesday, the election of President-elect Donald Trump caused widespread panic among media anchors and pundits, resulting in many breaking down into tearful monologues and aggrieved rants against American voters.
Jimmy Kimmel fights back tears after Trump victory
On Wednesday, Jimmy Kimmel was close to tears as he characterized the election as a "terrible night" for several voting groups, including women, children, immigrants, the elderly, and the middle-class.
"Everyone who voted against him had a terrible night, and so did those who voted for him, although it may not be immediately apparent," he stated.
CBS News reporter chokes up in sit down with Stephen Colbert
John Dickerson, a CBS News anchor, also had tears in his eyes after the election and found it difficult to describe the results to young Americans without thinking about his own children.
Dickerson proposed that young Americans can choose between two hypothetical buses that will transport them to a destination they deem significant. The first bus, according to Dickerson, consists of individuals who seek visibility and an opportunity.
He stated that there are individuals on the bus who are solely focused on their own journey, seeking power, wealth, and control over others.
Colbert claims majority of voters ‘don’t care’ about democracy
"Greetings, how are you? If you're a regular viewer of this show, I assume you're not doing well. Me neither," Colbert started his show on Wednesday night.
In his monologue, the liberal comedian criticized the majority of Americans who voted for Trump in the election.
Colbert stated to his far-left audience that many people wish the event hadn't occurred, but it's not up to us to decide. This is a democracy, and the majority has spoken, indicating that they are not as concerned about democracy as others.
MSNBC host says Americans decided to ‘F around and find out’
After the election, MSNBC's Stephanie Ruhle stated that Americans were putting the country's future at risk by selecting Trump as their next president.
Ruhle stated on "The 11th Hour" that Americans have accepted "misinformation" as the new standard for "information," mentioning Elon Musk and claiming that the X owner purchased the platform solely to use it as a propaganda tool.
She boasted about the country's economic revival but lamented that voters did not sense the positive atmosphere.
Ruhle questioned what the future would bring after America decided to F around and discover the outcome.
‘The View’ calls Trump victory ‘pathetic’ and ‘disturbing’
The hosts of "The View" were taken aback and upset when Vice President Kamala Harris lost the 2024 presidential election.
"Joy Behar expressed her disappointment, stating that "It’s pathetic" that there are no checks and balances in place, and a qualified woman lost to a man who was merely simulating sex with a microphone. She added, "I mean, come on, America.""
Sunny Hostin expressed deep concern about the results and feared for the well-being of work-class individuals, the elderly, and even her own daughter, who she claimed now has fewer rights than she does.
She proposed that the election was a "cultural resentment referendum" and voiced worry about Trump establishing "internment camps."
On Thursday, Hostin maintained that the reason for Trump's victory in a Texas county where Clinton had won in 2016 was due to sexism and misogyny.
Claire McCaskill cries on-air while looking back at Harris’ candidacy
On Wednesday, former Democratic senator and MSNBC analyst Claire McCaskill shed tears while watching Vice President Kamala Harris' concession speech.
"She expressed her pride in her accomplishment, stating that many people underestimate the challenges she faced to reach that point."
Joy Reid casts blame for Trump win on White women
Joy Reid on MSNBC essentially attributed Harris' loss in North Carolina to White women.
Kamala Harris received support from Black voters, but White women did not, according to Reid's statement.
"This is the second chance for White women in this country to alter their interactions with patriarchy. If individuals are not open to it and vote based on party lines or race rather than gender, there is little that can be done."
Van Jones gives tearful monologue on people ‘hurting’ after Harris defeat
During his show on CNN, Van Jones became emotional while reflecting on the impact of the election results on those who were affected by them.
Jones stated, "I am contemplating the individuals who are not part of any elite group and are experiencing pain tonight. There are African-American women who have experienced being belittled and having their economic aspirations dashed, yet they continue to strive for greatness. Despite their efforts, they are trading in their hope for hurt over the past few months."
""Once again, they're facing rejection as they hope that one of their own could be seen as worthy," Jones continued."
Jones stated on CNN that it's not only Black women who are affected.
Jones stated that it doesn't feel good for parents of trans kids when their child's face is used as a springboard to power for someone.
What is Acosta's question about Latino Trump supporters?
In the 2024 election, Latino Trump supporters were criticized by CNN host Jim Acosta for voting against their own interests by supporting President-elect Donald Trump.
"Many people are questioning why Latinos would vote for Donald Trump if it means he could deport their abuela and other family members," he stated.
Later, Acosta repeatedly asked Luis Figueroa, the vice chair of the Republican National Hispanic Assembly, if he wanted to see illegal immigrants "rounded up and put in camps."
Did you vote for that, he inquired?
Al Sharpton labels Black voters sexist, blames loss on misogyny
In two separate segments, Al Sharpton on MSNBC asserted that misogyny and racism among voters might have contributed to Harris's election loss.
During the get out the vote tour, Black men were responsible for some of the most misogynist things I heard.
Sharpton maintained that racism and gender bias persist in the United States.
Ignoring that issue and not addressing it would result in us remaining in the same position. Kamala Harris, a woman of color in an interracial marriage, is running for president. This is something that many Americans are not prepared to confront.
Planet Chronicle’ Joseph A. Wulfsohn and Brian Flood contributed to this report.
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