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FOX News Media Announces Major Executive Promotions

On January 14, 2026, FOX News Media confirmed significant promotions within its editorial leadership, signaling a strategic move aimed at strengthening its news operations in both New York and Washington D.C. Six executives have ascended to pivotal roles, reflecting FOX's commitment to delivering robust journalistic content tailored to its diverse audience.

Key Promotions

Douglas Rohrbeck has been appointed as the new Executive Vice President for Washington News and Politics. His extensive background at FOX News, which began in 1998 as a production assistant, has equipped him with deep insights into political coverage. Rohrbeck's decade-long tenure as executive producer for Special Report with Bret Baier has been marked by significant viewership growth and landmark interviews, including discussions with international leaders. His new responsibilities will include leading all editorial oversight for political news, thus ensuring that the channel continues to be a primary source of political information in the nation.

Tommy Firth transitions to the role of Executive Vice President at FOX News Digital, where he will manage day-to-day editorial operations. Firth's previous experience as senior vice president of primetime programming endowed him with the pivotal skills necessary to drive engaging content for a rapidly expanding digital audience. Under his leadership, FOX News Digital aims to innovate further and enhance user engagement across various platforms, catering to its 150 million unique monthly visitors.

Jessica Loker’s elevation to Senior Vice President of Politics underscores FOX's commitment to comprehensive political reporting. Her extensive history with the network since 2004 lends her the expertise required to devise editorial strategies and collaborate across platforms, ensuring cohesive political coverage that resonates with viewers.

Additional Leadership Changes

Beth Saunders has also been promoted to Senior Vice President of Digital News. In her new role, she will focus on content creation for the digital newsroom, driving engagement and growth. Saunders’ previous experience encompassing a Vice President position in digital news aids in her new responsibilities.

Stefanie Wheeler will oversee digital editorial and video operations as Senior Vice President, ensuring seamless integration between digital content and video assets. Her previous role as vice president prepares her well for handling the evolving landscape of news consumption.

Finally, Brett Zoeller has moved up to Vice President of Primetime Programming, responsible for overseeing weekday and weekend prime shows, aiming to sustain compelling opinion programming that resonates with the audience. Prior to this promotion, Zoeller was the senior executive producer of The Five, which remains a top-rated program in cable news.

A New Era for FOX News Media

In a statement, Jay Wallace, President and Executive Editor of FOX News Media, expressed confidence in the leadership of Rohrbeck and Firth, asserting that their innovative approaches will continue to enhance FOX's linear and digital offerings. The promotions reflect FOX's proactive approach in adapting to a dynamic media environment, ensuring the network broadcasts invaluable news content to its diverse audience.

As FOX News Media maintains its position as a leader in cable news, these appointments are expected to strengthen the network's commitment to delivering comprehensive news coverage across its platforms, reaffirming its status among the top viewed networks.

FOX News Media encompasses various media outlets, including FOX News Channel (FNC), FOX Business Network (FBN), FOX News Digital, and numerous others, reaching close to 200 million people monthly. With these new placements within its ranks, FOX is poised for a future of continued influence and growth within the media landscape.