Fox News host Greg Gutfeld made a reference to the real topic of the day on Monday, referring to the 2024 election as Susan Rice and Tucker Carlson. Fox News host Brian Kilmeade also made reference to Carlson on his show, while Fox News Channel host Tucker Carlson has agreed to part ways. Tony Perkins, president of the Family Research Council, said Fox News will be the big loser in the breakup.
"Fox is following a sad pattern, and Fox is likely to end up in line with MSNBC," Perkins stated. After firing extremist host Tucker Carlson on Monday evening, Fox News' ratings were downgraded. Previously drawing 2.6 million viewers and 294,000 in key advertiser-coveted 25-54 demo slots, rival network Newsmax now averages an impressive 3.2 million total viewers and 435,000.
This was a notable dip compared to previous weeks when Carlson helmed the hour which had positioned him above even longtime host Sean Hannity as far as ratings are concerned. However, data reveals that there was more than triple audience swell at rival station Newsmax last Monday alone - this viewer exodus alarmingly echoes concerns Murdoch & Co., along with other personnel at Fox news have been grappling with since post-election coverage last year.
Rick Wilson—a former GOP strategist for President George H.W.—warned that recently-fired top anchor from FOX news; Tucker would pose significant threat against Trump during upcoming Republican primaries should he decide running himself come next presidential race scheduled for year '24'. “Carlson's celebrity status coupled by his wealth could potentially work against Trump,” added Wilson.
It seems like Donald Trump isn't taking any chances as reports surface about their frequent text communication exchanges; ensuring they remain tight-knit allies moving forward into uncertain political future(s). In light recent events surrounding sudden departure amidst negotiations involving powerhouse attorney Bryan Freedman – who specializes securing multi-million dollar payouts clients Tucker hires him exclusively handle his Fox News exit strategy.
Abby Grossberg, Tucker Carlson's former booker, has filed two lawsuits against Fox News alleging she experienced bullying and sexism at the company after Carlson's abrupt departure. Grossberg claims she was “isolated, overworked, undervalued, denied opportunities for promotion, and generally treated significantly worse than her male counterparts.”
Fox News has described Grossberg’s claims as “unmeritorious” and “riddled with false allegations against the network and our employees.” However, there is also legal jeopardy for Fox News in Grossberg's lawsuit from its interplay with a separate lawsuit her team has filed in Delaware. The lawsuit alleges that Grossberg was coerced into providing a misleading deposition in the Dominion case and that Fox lawyers had not searched her company cellphone despite a court-ordered discovery.