Fox News Announces Massive Network Shake-Up

Fox News announced a sweeping overhaul of its weekend programming on Wednesday, unveiling a new lineup that elevates rising stars, expands popular shows, and closes the book on its long-running media analysis program “MediaBuzz.” The changes take effect Saturday, September 20, and reflect the network’s push to inject new energy into weekend coverage while retaining veteran talent in new roles.

The biggest change is the end of “MediaBuzz,” which has been hosted by Howard Kurtz since 2013. With CNN canceling “Reliable Sources” back in 2022, the cancellation marks the conclusion of dedicated media-criticism shows across cable news. Kurtz, who previously anchored “Reliable Sources” from 1998 to 2013, will remain at Fox as a contributor. While he described leaving his weekly show as bittersweet, he also pointed to pride in its 12-year run and the need to make room for new programming.

Former White House press secretary Kayleigh McEnany will headline her own program, Saturday in America, airing Saturdays from 10 a.m. to noon Eastern. The show will feature interviews with key figures across politics and culture while keeping McEnany in her co-host role on Outnumbered. Her new slot reflects Fox’s growing investment in recognizable personalities with strong followings.

Earlier on Saturday mornings, Fox & Friends Weekend will welcome Griff Jenkins as the newest co-host. He will join Rachel Campos-Duffy and Charlie Hurt from 6 to 10 a.m., giving the morning franchise additional reporting power and perspective.

Saturday evenings will also look different, with The Big Weekend Show expanding to three hours from 5 to 8 p.m. New panel regulars Johnny “Joey” Jones and Tomi Lahren will join the rotation, adding both military and millennial conservative voices to the mix.

On Sundays, The Sunday Briefing will take over the 11 a.m. slot previously held by “MediaBuzz.” The show will be anchored alternately by White House correspondents Jacqui Heinrich and Peter Doocy, with a focus on political coverage, White House reporting, and policy debates. By moving away from media critique and toward direct political reporting, Fox aims to capture a weekend audience hungry for sharp analysis of the White House and ongoing policy fights.

Fox News Media president and editor-in-chief Jay Wallace praised the new slate as a bold step forward. “As we expand and innovate our weekend programming, we are proud to bring our audience unrivaled depth and expertise,” Wallace said in announcing the changes.

He added, “This new dynamic roster underscores our continued commitment to delivering incomparable coverage, reinforcing Fox News Media as the leader in both news and opinion content. For more than a decade, Howie Kurtz has served as the lead authority for media coverage in cable news and we look forward to continuing his smart analysis across our programming.”

Cable news has steadily shifted away from traditional media-criticism programs, opting instead for personality-driven and opinion-heavy formats that draw higher engagement. By spotlighting names like McEnany, Lahren, Heinrich, and Doocy, Fox is betting on personalities who resonate with loyal viewers while diversifying its on-air talent.

At the same time, Kurtz’s move from host to analyst keeps a seasoned media voice on the network without devoting an entire block to media-focused commentary. The balance signals Fox’s strategy: to maintain its strong ratings lead on weekends while evolving its lineup to stay ahead of its rivals.

The shakeup builds on earlier adjustments this year, when Fox expanded The Big Weekend Show and made tweaks to weekday programming. Altogether, the September reshuffle signals Fox’s intent to continue dominating cable news weekends while giving its rising talent a bigger stage.