Susanna Reid Faces Criticism Over GMB’s US Election Coverage as Fans Question Focus on American News
Susanna Reid recently faced backlash from viewers following her update about Good Morning Britain’s extensive coverage of the US election. After Monday’s episode on November 4, Reid and her co-host Ed Balls traveled to Washington, D.C., to deliver exclusive live reporting of the election for GMB audiences. The three-day coverage culminated in a historic victory for Donald Trump and a disappointing loss for Kamala Harris, according to the Express.
On Thursday, November 7, Reid shared a series of photos on Instagram to mark their time in the U.S. capital, including behind-the-scenes shots with Ed Balls, an image of The Washington Monument, and pictures of election merchandise featuring Trump and Harris. “GOODBYE WASHINGTON DC! Thanks for watching our coverage of this historic election,” she captioned the post. Reid also revealed she would be back in the ITV studio on Monday, writing, “Back @gmb Monday!”
However, her post sparked mixed reactions from fans, with several viewers questioning why GMB was so focused on the US election instead of UK news. “Why are you even there??” asked one user, while another echoed, “To be honest, I don’t understand why we need a live feed from the US; we need to concentrate more on the UK.” Some fans expressed disappointment over the network’s approach, with one comment reading, “A shocking coverage by ITV.” Another follower added, “Sorry you’re both fuming, but you should remain impartial.”
On the other hand, some fans praised Reid and Balls for their efforts, applauding their in-depth coverage. “Enjoyed your coverage of the American election. Susanna, you and Ed were very good. Have a safe journey back,” wrote one user. Another viewer commented, “Great partnership on GMB, really enjoy watching you both together.”
Despite the positive feedback, GMB’s decision to focus heavily on US election coverage continued to draw criticism on social media, with viewers urging the program to prioritize domestic issues. “Yep, they’re not bothered about the UK,” one frustrated viewer wrote, while another commented, “It’s done, and most of us in the UK couldn’t care less. Enough already.”
This mixed reception highlights the ongoing debate over international versus local news priorities for British media outlets. While some viewers appreciated the insight into the historic US election, others felt that GMB’s coverage should focus more on issues affecting the UK.