Fox News is shaking up its weekend lineup with a fresh slate of shows that promise to keep viewers glued to their screens.
Starting Sept. 20, the network will roll out new programs and familiar faces in new roles, aiming to cement its dominance in cable news. This move signals a confident pivot toward sharper, more dynamic coverage.
The network’s weekend revamp, announced by FOX News Media President Jay Wallace on Wednesday, introduces “Saturday in America” with Kayleigh McEnany and “The Sunday Briefing” with rotating anchors Peter Doocy and Jacqui Heinrich, while expanding “The Big Weekend Show” and adding Griff Jenkins to “FOX & Friends Weekend.”
Jay Wallace called the changes a testament to Fox’s “unrivaled depth and expertise” in delivering top-tier news and opinion.
His enthusiasm is palpable, but depth alone won’t cut it if the shows lean too hard into predictable talking points. Viewers want insight, not just red meat.
Kayleigh McEnany, already a star on “Outnumbered,” will helm “Saturday in America” at 10 a.m. ET starting Sept. 20.
Her show promises to unpack the week’s biggest headlines with political heavyweights. Expect her sharp wit to slice through the progressive fog, though she’ll need to balance flair with substance.
McEnany isn’t leaving “Outnumbered,” which keeps her as a weekday fixture. Juggling both roles could stretch her thin, but her knack for commanding attention suggests she’s up for the challenge. The question is whether her Saturday show will offer fresh perspectives or just rehash weekday talking points.
Meanwhile, Griff Jenkins joins Rachel Campos-Duffy and Charlie Hurt on “FOX & Friends Weekend.” His addition brings a seasoned voice to the morning mix, likely amplifying the show’s appeal to heartland viewers. Jenkins’ grounded style could counter the coastal elite narratives that often dominate the media.
“The Big Weekend Show” is getting a major upgrade, expanding to three hours on both Saturday and Sunday at 5 p.m. ET.
Johnny Joey Jones and Tomi Lahren join as co-hosts, bringing fiery energy to the ensemble. Their inclusion signals Fox’s intent to double down on bold, unapologetic commentary.
Jones and Lahren are no strangers to stirring the pot, but their challenge will be keeping discussions substantive rather than slipping into culture-war clickbait.
The expanded format gives them room to dive deeper, which could elevate the show if they avoid preaching to the choir. Viewers deserve more than recycled outrage.
“The Sunday Briefing,” launching Sept. 21 at 11 a.m. ET, will feature Peter Doocy and Jacqui Heinrich trading off as solo anchors. The show aims to dissect the White House beat, focusing on President Trump’s moves and key administration issues. Doocy and Heinrich’s experience covering Biden and Trump ensures they’ll bring insider heft.
Doocy and Heinrich have been White House fixtures since 2021, giving them a front-row seat to both administrations’ highs and lows.
Their show could cut through the spin that clouds much of today’s political reporting. But they’ll need to avoid the trap of becoming just another megaphone for partisan narratives.
The Sunday slot is prime real estate, and “The Sunday Briefing” has a chance to set the tone for the week’s political discourse.
If Doocy and Heinrich lean into their reporting chops rather than punditry, they could offer something genuinely valuable. The White House beat demands precision, not posturing.
Jay Wallace praised the new lineup as proof of Fox’s “continued commitment to delivering incomparable coverage.” His confidence is bold, but the real test is whether these shows can rise above the noise of a polarized media landscape. Depth and expertise mean little if they’re drowned out by agenda-driven shouting matches.
In a major shift, Howie Kurtz is stepping down from “MediaBuzz” after 12 years to take on a new role as a political media analyst. The show, which consistently topped cable news ratings in its 11 a.m. ET slot, will air its final episode on Sept. 14. Kurtz’s departure marks the end of an era for media watchers.
Kurtz called “MediaBuzz” a program that built a loyal audience with its “down-the-middle approach” to contrasting viewpoints.
That claim might raise eyebrows, given Fox’s reputation, but Kurtz’s focus on media analysis often cuts deeper than surface-level bias. His new role could let him wield that scalpel across more platforms.
