Maria Bartiromo’s attorney, Bryan Freedman, has formally addressed the anchor's departure from Fox News, refuting widespread speculation regarding the circumstances of her exit. In a statement issued on Friday, Sept. 4, Freedman explicitly denied reports suggesting that the longtime media personality was fired, labeling such claims as “absolutely and unequivocally false.”
Fox News Media announced on Sept. 3 that Bartiromo, who had been with the network for more than a decade, had cut ties with the company. While the network has not provided specific details regarding her immediate departure, the former anchor—a noted supporter of President Donald Trump—had been absent from her three regular programs since Aug. 9.
Freedman defended his client’s professional reputation, describing her as one of the hardest-working journalists in the industry. He emphasized that he possesses “receipts and witnesses” to substantiate his claims, noting that this evidence will be presented “whether through the courthouse or otherwise.” He further criticized those reporting her termination, stating that such narratives exhibit a “complete and utter reckless disregard for the truth.”
Following the announcement, President Trump expressed his support for the anchor on Truth Social, calling her a “true warrior” and a “total professional.” Additionally, Vice President JD Vance addressed rumors during a Sept. 3 White House press briefing that Bartiromo might be considered for the White House press secretary position following the departure of Karoline Leavitt, dismissing the speculation by stating, “No, I don’t think so,” while describing her as an “amazing talent.”
The network has initiated changes to its programming lineup in the wake of her exit. “Mornings with Maria” on the Fox Business Network is being renamed “Mornings with Fox Business,” while “Maria Bartiromo’s Wall Street” will become “FBNs Wall Street.” Meanwhile, former Republican congressman Jason Chaffetz has been tapped to host the Fox News Channel program “Sunday Morning Futures” until a permanent replacement is selected.
Bartiromo’s career includes a two-decade tenure at CNBC, where she hosted “Closing Bell” and “On the Money with Maria Bartiromo,” before she moved to Fox in 2014. Her time at the network included involvement in a $1.6 billion defamation lawsuit filed by Dominion Voting, which alleged that Bartiromo and other anchors promoted false claims regarding the 2020 election. That litigation was ultimately settled for $787.5 million.
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