(TheRedAlertNews.com) – In more great news for Donald Trump and MAGA patriots these days, former Fox News defector Chris Wallace now departs from CNN, a network already struggling with dwindling ratings.
See a photo of Wallace in the tweet below!
His unexpected exit raises pressing questions about the industry’s future and CNN’s strategy moving forward.
Chris Wallace’s decision to leave CNN marks the end of a three-year tenure that began in 2021.
Initially brought on as a marquee personality for CNN+, his role dissolved with the platform’s abrupt termination.
Wallace is eyeing opportunities in independent media, such as streaming or podcasting, reflecting a broader shift within the media industry.
Sources confirm his amicable departure, as Wallace remains open to new avenues, Politico reports.
His plans align with a growing trend of renowned journalists moving toward independent platforms.
At 77 years old, Wallace sees these channels as the future of media.
“When I look at the media landscape right now,” Wallace explains, “the people who are going independent, whether it’s podcasting or streaming, that seems to be where the action is.”
This transition marks a significant chapter in Wallace’s extensive career, which includes notable positions at ABC, NBC, and Fox News.
His father, CBS News icon Mike Wallace, serves as a source of inspiration, emboldening his resolve to continue working beyond typical retirement age.
Wallace emphasizes his desire for greater control over his work, unencumbered by political bias, as he transitions away from conventional media outlets.
“I have nothing but positive things to say. CNN has been very good to me,” Wallace declared, cited by The Hollywood Reporter.
Wallace’s departure underscores the challenges facing CNN, which grapples with declining TV ratings as digital media captures larger audiences.
While he concludes his duties by year’s end, Wallace expresses enthusiasm for continuing interviews and political analysis.
The media landscape is evolving rapidly, and Wallace appears ready to embrace its uncertainties.
Wallace’s shows, “Who’s Talking to Chris Wallace?” and “The Chris Wallace Show,” will soon end.
“We want to thank him for the dedication and wisdom he’s brought to all his work at CNN and to wish him the very best for the future,” said CNN chief Mark Thompson.
Chris Wallace will leave CNN 3 years after defecting from 'Fox News Sunday' https://t.co/eLIEYklzDY
— USA TODAY (@USATODAY) November 12, 2024
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