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News Media, Politicians React to Chris Wallace Leaving Fox News
Wallace is departing for CNN’s streaming service platform CNN+, launching next year.

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5 months agoon
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Eduardo Razo
Last week, the news media world reacted to the bombshell of CNN terminating anchor Chris Cuomo. This week, there’s another major news as veteran host Chris Wallace leaves Fox News after 18 years.
Wallace is departing for CNN’s streaming service platform CNN+, launching next year. The former Fox News host said in a statement that he’s looking forward to the “new freedom and flexibility” streaming presents.
Nonetheless, there was plenty of reaction of Wallace ending his nearly two-decade run with Fox News. Many chimed in regarding the bombshell from colleagues in the news media to politicians.
Fox News colleagues Brit Hume, a senior political analyst, and host Bret Baier shared their reaction on Wallace leaving their network.
Hume noted that he was happy to work alongside Wallace “at Fox News, and am sad to see him go.” Meanwhile, Baier stated, “it was an honor to work alongside you all these years.”
Chris Wallace and I have been friends since we covered the House of Representatives together in the late 70's. I was delighted we ended up together at Fox News, and am sad to see him go. I wish him all the best in his next adventures. The photo below is from New Hampshire, 2020. pic.twitter.com/4LUJsVke0M
— Brit Hume (@brithume) December 12, 2021
Sad to see Chris go- he’s had an amazing run at @FoxNewsSunday Chris -I wish you well with your next adventure. It was an honor to work alongside you all these years. https://t.co/rgfaxZjVQc pic.twitter.com/6BmMaH2ENP
— Bret Baier (@BretBaier) December 12, 2021
Wallace’s new colleague at CNN, Kasie Hunt, is more than delighted to welcome the veteran host to the network. Hunt went on Twitter to say, “could not be more excited to have Chris Wallace as a colleague.”
I could not be more excited to have Chris Wallace as a colleague — it’s going to be an honor to be part of the lineup alongside him @CNNplus https://t.co/saSB3JxeOw
— Kasie Hunt (@kasie) December 12, 2021
In the political sphere, Rep. Eric Swalwell (D-Calif.) saluted Wallace for “a hell of a Sunday morning run.” The representative went on to say, “each week, Chris brought integrity and a relentless but fair quest for the truth to the interviewer’s chair. Farewell, Chris, and best wishes for what’s ahead.”
Congratulations to Chris Wallace on a hell of a Sunday morning run. Each week Chris brought integrity and a relentless but fair quest for the truth to the interviewer’s chair. Farewell, Chris and best wishes for what’s ahead. pic.twitter.com/FNFv7bw7oD
— Rep. Eric Swalwell (@RepSwalwell) December 12, 2021
Mitt Romney went on Twitter to state that “I trust that what’s in store for you will be rewarding & impactful, but even if not, you’ve already served with uncommon grace & generosity of spirit.”
Thank you, Chris Wallace, for the years of truth & honesty. I trust that what’s in store for you will be rewarding & impactful but even if not, you’ve already served with uncommon grace & generosity of spirit. You kindled the passion of your dad & took it to even greater heights.
— Mitt Romney (@MittRomney) December 12, 2021
Sen. Lindsey Graham (R-S.C.), Wallace’s final interview on “Fox News Sunday,” was in a state of shock upon learning the news of the anchor’s departure from the network.
“Chris challenged everyone fairly and tried to give his viewers the best information to evaluate issues,” Graham tweeted.
Shocked to hear that Chris Wallace is leaving #FoxNewsSunday.
— Lindsey Graham (@LindseyGrahamSC) December 12, 2021
I have thoroughly enjoyed my time on the show.
Chris challenged everyone fairly and tried to give his viewers the best information to evaluate issues.
Eduardo Razo
Eduardo Razo is the Assistant Content Editor for BNM, which includes writing daily news stories on the news media industry. He can be found on Twitter @eddierazo_ or you can reach him by email at eddie1991razo@gmail.com.
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Sinclair CEO Says Political Environment Is “Very Good for Our Business”
Sinclair’s CEO, Chris Ripley, offered his perspective on political ads at the MoffettNathanson 9th Annual Media and Communications Summit.

Published
14 hours agoon
May 19, 2022By
Eduardo Razo
The midterm elections are here, and according to one television executive, it’s the best time considering the amount of political advertisement money pouring into stations at the local and national.
One key beneficiary of that cash inflow is Sinclair Broadcast Group, the No. 2 owner of local TV stations in the U.S. The company’s CEO, Chris Ripley, offered his perspective on political ads at the MoffettNathanson 9th Annual Media and Communications Summit.
“Some of these primary races are crazy,” Ripley said, per Deadline. “On the one hand, I lament that we’re in the political environment that we are. On the other hand, it’s very good for our business.”
Ripley used an example to make a point with his claim, citing U.S. Senate candidate J.D. Vance who won his primary race after spending a heavy amount ont television ads.
Furthermore, the television executive adds that the $75 million spent on TV ads for the primary was 40 times more than what was spent on the primary in the last election. Ripley also added that spending on ballots is also up and should continue to increase as issues like abortion and legal gambling arise.
“More and more issues are going on direct ballots,” he said. “With what’s going on with abortion rights, that’s going to just even add to that category.” Legalizing sports betting or cannabis are other issues generating significant ad spending.
Eduardo Razo
Eduardo Razo is the Assistant Content Editor for BNM, which includes writing daily news stories on the news media industry. He can be found on Twitter @eddierazo_ or you can reach him by email at eddie1991razo@gmail.com.
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NBC News Correspondent Pete Williams to Retire
Williams will remain with NBC News through July before calling it a career.

Published
17 hours agoon
May 19, 2022By
Eduardo Razo
NBC News has announced Justice Department and Supreme Court correspondent Pete Williams will be retiring from the company. The reporter has been with the network for nearly three decades and has been at the forefront of many breaking news stories in Washington, DC.
“Pete has been one of the nation’s foremost authorities covering the Supreme Court and the Department of Justice for nearly three decades,” NBC News President Noah Oppenheim said in a memo to staff.
“His career has been defined by his reputation for accuracy, reliability, and unmatched expertise in the subjects he covers.”
Williams has covered various topics for NBC News, including the court cases dealing with the Affordable Care Act and marriage equality. Earlier this year, the correspondent was the one who reported the news that Supreme Court Justice Stephen G. Breyer would retire at the end of the current term.
“In short, for generations of NBC News reporters, working alongside Pete has been a daily masterclass in journalism. But perhaps more importantly, it has been a masterclass in what it means to be a good colleague,” Oppenheim added.
“Pete’s decency, kindness, and generosity are unmatched. For those that know Pete well, it’s his warmth, humor, wit, and compassion that will be missed most.”
Williams will remain with NBC News through July before calling it a career.
Eduardo Razo
Eduardo Razo is the Assistant Content Editor for BNM, which includes writing daily news stories on the news media industry. He can be found on Twitter @eddierazo_ or you can reach him by email at eddie1991razo@gmail.com.
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Chris Licht: CNN Must Be Beacon of Journalism to Functional Democracy
“Now, the next chapter of CNN is one where we aspire to be a beacon for the kind of journalism essential to a functioning democracy,” Licht said

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23 hours agoon
May 19, 2022By
Eduardo Razo
CNN’s new president Chris Licht shed some light on the direction he plans to take the company at the Warner Bros. Discovery upfront.
Licht spoke at the presentation alongside Warner Bros. Discovery CEO David Zaslav, who expressed that CNN will be organized “to advocate for journalism first” and deliver for viewers “seeking more accurate information and less yelling and conflict.”
Furthermore, Licht proposed similar aspirations as he summarized his plan for the cable news channel to double down on what many might call sane news.
“Now, the next chapter of CNN is one where we aspire to be a beacon for the kind of journalism essential to a functioning democracy,” Licht said, per Mediaite.
“In a time where extremes are dominating cable news, we will seek to go a different way — reflecting the real lives of our viewers and elevating the way America and the world views this medium.”
The new CNN president also vows to “challenge the traditional philosophy of cable news, delivering programming and commentary that questions the status quo, shatters group-think, holds our leaders on both sides of the aisle accountable to facts, and fights fearlessly to get to the truth.”
Eduardo Razo
Eduardo Razo is the Assistant Content Editor for BNM, which includes writing daily news stories on the news media industry. He can be found on Twitter @eddierazo_ or you can reach him by email at eddie1991razo@gmail.com.