Fox News Media abruptly ousts longtime anchor Maria Bartiromo
Summary
Fox News Media removed anchor Maria Bartiromo from her roles without giving a reason. She had been off air since August and was known for hosting shows on Fox Business Network and Fox News, as well as for her strong support of President Donald Trump.Key Facts
- Maria Bartiromo was let go by Fox News Media suddenly, with no explanation.
- She hosted a three-hour weekday morning show on Fox Business Network and a Sunday morning show on Fox News.
- Bartiromo had been off air since early August before the announcement.
- She worked at Fox News for more than 12 years.
- Bartiromo was involved in two defamation lawsuits linked to Fox News’s 2020 election coverage; one has been settled, the other is ongoing.
- Her daily show will temporarily have rotating anchors and a new Sunday host will be named later.
- It is unknown if her departure relates to the lawsuit or a possible job with President Trump’s administration.
- Bartiromo and Laura Ingraham were appointed to the Kennedy Center board last spring.
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