FOX News is shaking things up on it’s weekend programming.
Starting September 20, a prominent former White House press secretary will have her own primetime show.
Fox News announces new weekend line up with fan favorite Kayleigh McEnany, the show will be called Saturday in America[/caption]
But that’s not the only change coming. The network announced more lineup changes and new shows in a news release.
One new show will be called Saturday in America and its host is a fan-favorite alum of the first Trump Administration.
Outnumbered host Kayleigh McEnany was announced as the host
Outnumbered has a mix of political debate and cultural commentary. Fox said McEnany’s new show is said to bring the same elements.
OTHER CHANGES
Griff Jenkins, a familiar face at Fox is getting a new gig as well. He’s being promoted to co-host for Fox & Friends Weekend.
Jenkins has a long history of being a correspondent and his perspectives will now add to the weekend morning show.
Sunday’s viewers will see the debut of The Sunday Briefing, a new political program featuring White House correspondents from the network.
Peter Doocy and Jacqui Jeinrich, both White House correspondents, will also rotate as solo hosts weekly, giving viewers distinct perspectives.
Howie Kurtz is stepping down from hosting MediaBuzz, with his final episode airing Sunday.
Kurtz is not leaving Fox though, he is moving into a political media analyst role.
The Big Weekend Show is also getting an update. It’s expanding to three hours and adding new co-hosts, including Johnny Joey Jones, a former Marine turned motivational speaker, and Tomi Lahren.
FAN FAVORITE
Fox News viewers have long admired McEnany. She became a darling of the network after a brief stint as Donald Trump’s press secretary during the end of his first administration. One of the moments that truly connected Kayleigh with fans was when she announced her third pregnancy live on air, including a gender reveal.
McEnany’s first two children, Blake and Nash, took center stage as they bit into cupcakes filled with pink frosting, revealing they were expecting a baby girl.
Kayleigh McEnany’s Career
- White House Press Secretary (2020-2021): Briefly highlight her role as the 33rd White House Press Secretary under President Donald Trump. Mention her reputation for fiery press conferences and staunch defense of the administration.
- Joining Fox News (2021): Note her swift move to the network after the end of the Trump presidency.
- “Outnumbered” Co-Host: Detail her role on the popular weekday panel show, where she provides conservative commentary and analysis.
- “Saturday in America” Host: Emphasize her new, higher-profile role with her own solo show, “Saturday in America w/ Kayleigh McEnany,” highlighting this as a significant step in her media career.
“We as a family are ready to be outnumbered,” McEnany said.
Throughout her pregnancy, McEnany didn’t shy away from sharing her faith and joy.
She even quoted a Bible verse from Psalm 139, saying, “For you created my inmost being; you knit me together in my mother’s womb,” showing a spiritual side that resonated with many viewers.
The arrival of baby Avery Grace brought a wave of excitement to the Outnumbered family.
