News

Anchor Chris Wallace Quits Fox News For ‘Freedom’ Of CNN

Veteran Fox News anchor and Fox News Sunday host Chris Wallace announced on Sunday that he is leaving the network after nearly two decades.

“After 18 years — this is my final Fox News Sunday. It is the last time — and I say this with real sadness — we will meet like this,” Wallace told his viewers. “Eighteen years ago, the bosses here at Fox promised me they would never interfere with a guest I booked or a question I asked. And they kept that promise. I have been free to report to the best of my ability, to cover the stories I think are important, to hold our country’s leaders to account. It’s been a great ride.”

“We’ve covered five presidential elections, interviewed every president since George H.W. Bush, traveled the world — sitting down with France’s Emmanuel Macron and Russia’s Vladimir Putin,” he added. “And I’ve gotten to spend Sunday mornings with you. It may sound corny, but I feel we’ve built a community here. There’s a lot you can do on Sundays. The fact you’ve chosen to spend this hour with us is something I cherish. But after 18 years, I have decided to leave Fox. I want to try something new, to go beyond politics to all the things I’m interested in. I’m ready for a new adventure. And I hope you’ll check it out. And so — for the last time, dear friends — that’s it for today. Have a great week. And I hope you’ll keep watching Fox News Sunday.”

Wallace will be joining CNN’s new streaming service, CNN+, when it debuts early next year.

Subscribe to our free weekly newsletter!

A week of political news in your in-box.
We find the news you need to know, so you don't have to.

“I am thrilled to join CNN+. After decades in broadcast and cable news, I am excited to explore the world of streaming. I look forward to the new freedom and flexibility streaming affords in interviewing major figures across the news landscape — and finding new ways to tell stories,” Wallace said over the weekend.

Fox News responded in a statement that “we are extremely proud of our journalism and the stellar team that Chris Wallace was a part of for 18 years. The legacy of Fox News Sunday will continue with our star journalists, many of whom will rotate in the position until a permanent host is named.”

Brandon Gage

Share
Published by
Brandon Gage

Recent Posts

Bill Clinton Vouches For Biden’s Health & Cognitive Abilities: ‘He’s In Good Shape’

Former President Bill Clinton came to former President Joe Biden’s defense during an interview on…

14 hours ago

GOP Rep. Claudia Tenney Introduces Bill To Make Trump’s Birthday A National Holiday

A Republican congresswoman took a step further to promote her bill to designate President Donald…

14 hours ago

Democrats Fume At Biden White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre For Exposé Book Deal & Abandoning Party

Former White House Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre announced that she is leaving the Democratic Party.…

14 hours ago

After Senate Unanimously Passes ‘No Tax On Tips Act,’ Critics Worry It Will Cement ‘Outdated’ Tipping System

In an unexpected move, the Republican-led Senate unanimously passed the No Tax on Tips Act,…

15 hours ago

After Trump Officially Accepts Gift Of $400M Qatari Jet, Critics From Both Parties Try To Block Its Use As Air Force One

President Donald Trump and the United States have officially accepted a Qatari gift of a…

16 hours ago

After Walmart Raises Prices Due To Trump Tariffs, Other Retailers Follow Suit, Raising Inflation Fears

Walmart recently announced that due to the tariffs being implemented by President Donald Trump, their…

16 hours ago