Maria Bartiromo Departs Fox
Maria Bartiromo Departs Fox News After Twelve Years With Rotating Anchors Scheduled
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Key Points
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Bartiromo had been off the air since early August, signaling an extended absence before the public departure was announced.
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She has faced involvement in two defamation lawsuits related to Fox News' coverage of the 2020 election, with Dominion’s case settled in 2023 and Smartmatic’s case ongoing.
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Bartiromo and Laura Ingraham were appointed to the Kennedy Center board last spring, illustrating broader activities and influence beyond Fox News.
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Media coverage has speculated about a move into politics or a role in the Trump administration after her departure, though Fox has offered no details on next steps.
Maria Bartiromo is leaving Fox News Media effective immediately after 12½ years hosting shows on Fox Business and Fox News Channel. Fox News Media announced her departure with a brief statement: "We thank Maria for her work over the last 12½ years and wish her all the best on her next chapter." The network provided no explanation for the exit, and The Guardian noted she had been off the air since early August.
Her final "Mornings with Maria" aired today. My San Antonio reported that Fox Business will rebrand the program as "Mornings with Fox Business" with rotating anchors. Her Wall Street show will be renamed "FBN's Wall Street" and hosted by Cheryl Casone with rotating fill-ins. On Fox News Channel, "Sunday Morning Futures" will be hosted by Jason Chaffetz this Sunday, with a permanent replacement to be named later.
Sudden Departure Ends Run as Fox's Star Business Anchor
Bartiromo had been absent from her shows since early August, signaling an extended break before the public announcement today. The Guardian described the ouster as "abrupt," highlighting that Talking Points Memo called the decision swift with little advance notice. Fox's terse statement offered no details about reasons for the split or her future plans.
Defamation Lawsuits Cast Shadow Over Bartiromo's Tenure
Bartiromo faced legal exposure from two major defamation cases tied to Fox's 2020 election coverage. Dominion Voting Systems settled its lawsuit against Fox in 2023. Smartmatic's defamation case against Fox remained ongoing, and Bartiromo was named as a defendant in both suits for on-air statements she made about the election.
Speculation Swirls About Political Role or Trump Connection
Media outlets have speculated that Bartiromo may move into politics or join a future administration. Last spring, she and Laura Ingraham were appointed to the Kennedy Center board, signaling her influence beyond Fox News. Talking Points Memo noted the departure may indicate a reputational issue, though Fox has offered no explanation connecting her exit to any specific controversy or opportunity.
Fox Faces Challenge Filling Prime Slots With Rotating Hosts
Fox Business will launch a new weekday schedule with rotating anchors in Bartiromo's former time slots. The strategy mirrors how Fox News is handling "Sunday Morning Futures." The network has not announced a permanent host for the Sunday show or detailed how long the rotation will last. Rutland Herald reported the changes as part of Fox's response to her departure.
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