Fox News Media announced on Thursday that it had parted ways with longtime host Maria Bartiromo, effective immediately, following 12.5 years with the network. The statement thanked Bartiromo for her work but did not provide a reason for her departure. Her final episode of Mornings with Maria aired on September 3, and Fox Business confirmed that two of her shows would be renamed and hosted by new anchors starting September 4.
Bartiromo’s attorney, Bryan Freedman, issued a statement on Friday disputing reports that she was fired. Freedman called the claims “absolutely and unequivocally false” and stated that Bartiromo would provide evidence through legal channels if necessary. “Those reporting her firing or the incredulous facts supporting that fiction have exhibited a complete and utter reckless disregard for the truth,” Freedman said.
Fox News has not publicly addressed the discrepancy between its announcement and Bartiromo’s denial. A representative for the network did not respond to requests for comment from multiple outlets.
Background and Context
Bartiromo joined Fox News and Fox Business in 2013 after a 20-year career at CNBC, where she hosted programs such as Closing Bell and On the Money with Maria Bartiromo. At Fox, she helmed three top-rated shows: Mornings with Maria (daily), Maria Bartiromo’s Wall Street (Fridays), and Sunday Morning Futures. She was also named in the Dominion Voting Systems defamation case, in which Fox agreed to a $787.5 million settlement in 2023 after allegations that the network falsely claimed Dominion rigged the 2020 election.
Reactions from Public Figures
President Donald Trump praised Bartiromo in a Truth Social post on Thursday, calling her a “total professional” and “true warrior.” He added, “Her fans, of which there are many, will not be happy.” Vice President JD Vance also expressed support, stating, “I love Maria. I think she’s an amazing person, an amazing talent,” though he said he was unaware of the details behind her departure.
Fox Business confirmed that Bartiromo’s shows would continue under new hosts, with Mornings with Maria rebranded as Mornings with FOX Business and Maria Bartiromo’s Wall Street renamed Wall Street with [New Host]. Bartiromo’s bio and show pages were removed from Fox’s websites following the announcement.