Bartiromo Speaks After Fox Reports
Maria Bartiromo has now addressed supporters after reports that the longtime Fox News and Fox Business anchor parted ways with the network after more than a decade. On Thursday, she posted a thank-you message to friends and followers, saying she was grateful for the “outpouring of love” and adding, “More to come.” That is not exactly a full corporate memo, but in the world of cable news drama, it counts as a flare in the night sky. Bartiromo, known as a strong supporter of President Trump, had hosted multiple shows on Fox platforms and drew a loyal audience.
Attorney Pushes Back On Firing Claims
Initial reports claimed Bartiromo was allegedly fired after Fox News shut down an election integrity segment. Her attorney, Bryan Freedman, disputed claims that she was fired or no longer employed by Fox, calling those reports “absolutely and unequivocally false.” He also said Bartiromo’s legal team has evidence and witnesses to support its position. So, for anyone hoping for a neat little network press release tied with a bow, sorry. The paperwork fog machine appears to be running at full strength.
The Text Message At The Center Of The Fight
The dispute includes an internal Fox Business message that Trump White House adviser Peter Navarro said Bartiromo forwarded to him after she booked him for the next morning and Fox killed the coverage. Navarro published the message in a Washington Times column and on his Substack. The message, attributed to Fox Business programming chief Ralph Giordano, said, “Hi – We don’t want to promote it or push to the speech at all. We don’t want to do 2020 election segments at all Thurs or Friday.” Whatever one thinks of the issue, that is a very modern media moment: less smoky back room, more forwarded text receipt.
Trump Reacts To Bartiromo’s Removal From The Air
President Trump reacted on Truth Social, saying he could not believe Bartiromo would no longer have her shows on Fox News and Fox Business. He described her as “a total professional” and “a true warrior,” and said her fans would not be happy. The source article also noted that “Just The News” founder John Solomon said Bartiromo remains under contract and is expected to receive compensation through 2029 under a “pay-or-play” provision, despite being removed from the air. In plain English, that means the show may be gone, but the contract may still have teeth.
Bartiromo’s Message To Supporters
Bartiromo’s public post was short, warm, and careful. She thanked her followers, said she loved them, and shared a photo of a rainbow breaking through. The key phrase, of course, was “More to come,” which will keep media watchers busy reading tea leaves until the next shoe drops. Cable news may change hosts, schedules, and talking points, but suspense remains the one product it never forgets to renew.
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