Harrowing scenes as Afghans, Americans desperately flee Afghanistan

Joy Reid leads this episode of The ReidOut with the crisis in Afghanistan, where many are desperately trying to leave the country, in scenes that look like the opening episode of "The Handmaid's Tale," but in real life. Evacuations resumed overnight after being halted earlier due to the chaotic scenes of Afghans rushing to U.S. military planes and trying desperately to climb on board, incidents in which some died. Despite those harrowing scenes, Americans and some of our Afghan allies are getting out. Rep. Ilhan Omar and Rep. Chrissy Houlahan join Joy Reid to discuss.

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Joy Reid conducts one-on-one conversations with politicians and newsmakers while addressing provocative political issues both inside and outside of the beltway. Reid, who is also a best-selling author and public speaker, joined MSNBC in 2011 as a contributor. Drawing from her decades-long experience in politics, passion for addressing the intersection of race, justice and culture, as well as her signature tenacious interviewing style, Reid kicks off MSNBC’s primetime lineup by delving into American politics as it unfolds.