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Why did Maria Bartiromo leave Fox News? Her attorney breaks silence

Why did Maria Bartiromo leave Fox News? Her attorney breaks silence

Maria Bartiromo's attorney Bryan Freedman breaks silence on the Fox News anchor's exit, calling her "one of the hardest working journalists."
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Maria Bartiromo Departs Fox News, Igniting Speculation of Trump Administration Role

Maria Bartiromo Departs Fox News, Igniting Speculation of Trump Administration Role

Maria Bartiromo has announced her departure from Fox News after more than 12 years with the network. Fox confirmed her exit on Thursday, September 3, without providing a specific reason. This move has immediately fueled speculation regarding her next career step, particularly a potential role within the Trump administration. Bartiromo has maintained a close relationship with President Trump, frequently interviewing him and receiving public praise. This proximity has previously led to discussions about her possibly taking a government position. Reports from early 2025, cited by Politico reporter Alex Isenstadt, even suggested President Trump considered Bartiromo as a potential vice-presidential candidate. Her departure will impact her two main Fox programs: 'Mornings With Maria' on Fox Business, which will be rebranded as 'Mornings with Fox Business' with rotating hosts, and her Sunday program, 'Sunday Morning Futures,' which will also feature rotating presenters, with Jason Chaffetz scheduled to host the u...
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Maria Bartiromo out at Fox News after more than a decade; no reason specified

Maria Bartiromo out at Fox News after more than a decade; no reason specified

Fox News Media has announced that Maria Bartiromo is no longer with the company
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Vance says Iran fight isn't a 'war' as Trump tries to navigate unpopular conflict as election nears

Vance says Iran fight isn't a 'war' as Trump tries to navigate unpopular conflict as election nears

Vice President JD Vance says he wouldn't call the U.S. conflict with Iran a "war," despite recent escalations
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Vice President Vance Urges Federal Reserve to Lower Interest Rates for Housing Affordability

Vice President Vance Urges Federal Reserve to Lower Interest Rates for Housing Affordability

Vice President JD Vance has publicly called for the Federal Reserve to lower interest rates, citing the need to make homes more affordable for Americans. Speaking at the White House, Vance stated that the administration believes the Fed should be lowering rates as a "proper and responsible" response to recent U.S. inflation data. This statement comes days after Kevin Warsh, President Trump's handpicked Fed chair, suggested the possibility of hiking rates to address persistently high inflation. Vance emphasized that President Trump is deeply concerned about interest rates because of their direct impact on the cost of homeownership and borrowing for citizens.
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House Majority Leader Steve Scalise Launches Foundry School to Boost U.S. Manufacturing and Compete with China

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise Launches Foundry School to Boost U.S. Manufacturing and Compete with China

House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) participated in the launch of the Foundry School at the Donald J. Trump Institute of Peace in Washington, D.C., on September 3, 2026. He was joined by Vice President JD Vance, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, and Under Secretary of State Jacob Helberg. The initiative aims to bolster America's manufacturing sector and prepare a new generation of industry leaders. Scalise highlighted the resurgence of U.S. manufacturing under President Trump's administration, noting a surge in activity and job creation. He emphasized the importance of equipping American workers with the skills needed to compete globally, particularly with China, in critical industries such as artificial intelligence, semiconductors, and advanced manufacturing. The Foundry School is designed to foster partnerships between universities and industry leaders to address the projected need for nearly four million skilled manufacturing workers by 2033.
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Chevron expanding in Venezuela as Trump deal claims more oil reserves

Chevron expanding in Venezuela as Trump deal claims more oil reserves

Oil giant Chevron is expanding its operations in Venezuela as some details emerge about President Donald Trump's separate deal for a U.S.-controlled joint venture to develop more of the nation's proven reserves
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Fox News Host Rachel Campos-Duffy Questions President Trump's Venezuela Oil Deal

Fox News Host Rachel Campos-Duffy Questions President Trump's Venezuela Oil Deal

Fox News host Rachel Campos-Duffy, wife of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy, publicly questioned President Trump's recently announced oil deal with Venezuela. President Trump declared on Friday that he had secured "THE BIGGEST OIL DEAL IN WORLD HISTORY" with Venezuela's acting President Delcy Rodríguez, which would grant the U.S. majority control over Venezuela's 65 billion barrels of proven oil reserves. This agreement has drawn criticism because Rodríguez was not elected by the Venezuelan people but was installed as interim president by President Trump after U.S. Special Forces reportedly abducted former dictator Nicolás Maduro in January. Campos-Duffy expressed her concern that the deal was made without elections in Venezuela, stating that she believed the primary purpose of removing Maduro was to liberate the Venezuelan people and allow for a proper transition. She noted that Venezuelans do not trust Rodríguez and that President Trump's motivations would be questioned until elections occur.
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China is rooting for America's AI data center backlash | Opinion

China is rooting for America's AI data center backlash | Opinion

Bot farms, social media and a House committee letter reveal how Beijing is stoking Americans' AI fears to slow down a race it's losing on innovation.
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President Trump's Data Center Stance Creates Republican Political Challenge Amid Voter Opposition

President Trump's Data Center Stance Creates Republican Political Challenge Amid Voter Opposition

President Trump's continued advocacy for data centers, essential for artificial intelligence, is generating a political dilemma for Republicans. This stance is increasingly at odds with American voters, over 70% of whom oppose data centers being built near their homes, according to recent polling. President Trump has publicly stated that communities should embrace data centers for economic success, lower taxes, and job creation, dismissing concerns from opponents. This strong backing of the industry and his combative remarks towards those who oppose data centers are creating political headwinds for Republican candidates in upcoming midterm elections. The issue has transcended traditional partisan lines, with backlash emerging from both Democrats and Republicans, and across generational and urban-rural divides. This bipartisan opposition is forcing politicians to reevaluate their positions on data center development.
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Trump aides seek 'quiet' in Iran war but say attacks may intensify after November elections

Trump aides seek 'quiet' in Iran war but say attacks may intensify after November elections

By Nandita Bose, Humeyra Pamuk and Gram Slattery WASHINGTON, Sept 2 (Reuters) - Top aides to President Donald Trump are pushing to keep the Iran war from escalating before November's midterm elections to staunch Republican electoral losses, four people familiar with the discussions said, a strategy
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Middletown shows how America can make things again | Opinion

Middletown shows how America can make things again | Opinion

Opinion: Middletown's $1 billion steel investment is about more than steel.