Maria Bartiromo Leaves Fox News
Maria Bartiromo, a long-standing figure at Fox News and Fox Business Network, has been let go effective immediately. In a statement released on Thursday, the network expressed gratitude for Bartiromo’s contributions over the course of her twelve-and-a-half-year tenure, wishing her success in her future endeavors.
The announcement of Bartiromo’s departure came as a surprise to many, especially as her last episode of “Mornings With Maria” aired on Thursday. There has been no specific rationale provided by Fox regarding her exit, although it is noteworthy that Bartiromo has not appeared on the network since early August.
According to a media source, Bartiromo’s departure may be connected to her dissemination of internal communications from Fox executives to the White House. It was suggested that she intended to cover President Trump’s controversial claims concerning the 2020 presidential election. The implications of this potential breach of protocol have likely contributed to the decision to terminate her contract.
In the wake of Bartiromo’s departure, Fox Business Network will launch “Mornings With Fox Business” with various rotating anchors starting Friday. Additionally, her program “Maria Bartiromo’s Wall Street,” which airs weekly, will be rebranded as “FBN’s Wall Street,” hosted by Cheryl Casone along with rotating anchors. Fox News Media has indicated that a revised weekday programming schedule will be revealed in the coming weeks, indicating a broader shift in network strategy.
In a further reshuffling, Jason Chaffetz is slated to host Fox News Channel’s “Sunday Morning Futures,” with news of a permanent host to follow.
The abrupt nature of Bartiromo’s exit draws parallels to that of Tucker Carlson, another prominent figure whose departure from Fox was similarly unexpected. These shifts within Fox News are noteworthy given the network’s reputation for a stable on-air lineup and its leadership in television news ratings.
Bartiromo first entered the national spotlight during her time at CNBC, where she anchored shows such as “On the Money” and “Closing Bell.” Her move to Fox in 2013 marked a significant shift in her career, where she became a central figure in the network’s lineup and a frequent voice on political matters, including co-hosting one of the presidential debates in 2016. Her close relationship with President Trump, including recent interviews, has made her a prominent player in the media landscape surrounding his administration.
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