Six years ago, Joe Scarborough made a bold move, stepping away from his political career to join Morning Joe as a host. It was a decision that reshaped his life and career trajectory. But recently, Joe's absence from the show on one of the most significant news days of the year left viewers scratching their heads. What happened? Did Joe Scarborough leave Morning Joe? Let’s break it down.

Is Joe Scarborough Still on ‘Morning Joe’?

Let’s clear the air—Joe Scarborough is very much still part of the Morning Joe team. There’s been no official announcement suggesting he plans to step away from the show anytime soon. That said, it’s not unusual for the hosts, including Joe, Mika Brzezinski, and Willie Geist, to take occasional days off. Hosting a daily program is no small feat, and taking breaks is essential for maintaining energy and focus.

On April 15, 2024, Joe was notably absent from the program as former President Donald Trump’s New York trial began. Fans of the show took to social media to express their confusion about Joe’s absence, especially on such a monumental day in American politics. One viewer on X (formerly Twitter) quipped, “So…..where TF is Joe at today? It is called Morning Joe.” Another chimed in, “No Joe again? On one of the biggest news days ever? I’ll watch, but the show is dreary without him.”

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That day, Mika Brzezinski, Joe’s wife and co-host, took the reins, leading the show with a lineup of expert commentators. While Joe’s absence wasn’t immediately explained, it’s worth noting that personal matters or scheduling conflicts can sometimes play a role in these decisions.

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A Journey Through Joe Scarborough’s Career

Before Joe became a household name in the world of morning television, he served as a congressman for Florida’s 1st district from 1995 to 2001. But his journey wasn’t always about politics. In May 2001, Joe made the decision to step away from the political arena to focus on what truly mattered—his family. “The realization has come home to me that they’re at a critical stage of their lives, and I would rather be judged at the end of my life as a father than as a congressman,” he explained to The Washington Post.

Joe is a proud father to sons Joey and Andrew from his first marriage to Melanie Hinton, and to Kate and Jack with his second wife, Susan Warren. Reflecting on his decision to leave politics, Joe admitted, “If I had a crystal ball and could have foreseen the future, I probably wouldn’t have run last year.”

From Politics to Journalism

In 2003, Joe launched his career in broadcasting with the analysis show Scarborough Country. The show ran until 2007 when Joe shifted his focus to Morning Joe, a move that would define the next chapter of his career. Beyond television, Joe has authored multiple books and even released an EP, showcasing his versatility and passion for storytelling.

Joe’s personal life took another exciting turn in 2018 when he married Mika Brzezinski in Washington, D.C. The couple’s relationship is built on mutual respect and open communication. As Joe once told People magazine, “For me, the mistake always was I’m very driven at work, but I go home and I don’t want to fight. I’m passive-aggressive. I’m sort of like, ‘Whatever you want to do.’ That’s really what I think hurt me in one relationship after another. With Mika and me, we both learn you have to. If there’s a problem, put it on the table immediately. If it gets ugly, it gets ugly. You go there and you fight through it.”