Trump hails Bartiromo as 'true warrior' after Fox News exit
Former US President Donald Trump publicly praised television anchor Maria Bartiromo following her departure from Fox News Media. Trump expressed surprise at the network's decision and lauded her professional career.
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The departure of a high-profile media figure from a major network like Fox News often signals shifts in media landscape dynamics and political influence.
US President Donald Trump has reacted to Maria Bartiromo’s departure from Fox News Media, praising the longtime television anchor as a “true warrior” and expressing surprise over the network’s decision to part ways with her.Trump, 80, shared his reaction on Truth Social on Thursday, September 3, shortly after Fox News Media confirmed Bartiromo’s exit. Praising her long-running association with the network, he highlighted her ratings success across multiple programmes.“I can’t believe Maria Bartiromo is no longer going to have her great show(s) on FoxNews/Business,” Trump wrote. “Three different shows, always number one. Maria is a total professional, and a true warrior.”He added, “Her fans, of which there are many, will not be happy. God bless you, Maria!”Maria Bartiromo's long career in financial televisionBartiromo, 58, became a familiar face in financial news long before joining Fox.
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