Fox News Elevates Aishah Hasnie to Anchor and White House Correspondent

Fox News Media has announced the promotion of Aishah Hasnie to dual roles as anchor and White House correspondent. This change takes effect immediately, with her anchoring a new program on Saturday afternoons beginning January 10.

Aishah Hasnie’s Career Progression

Since joining Fox News in 2019, Hasnie has held several significant positions. She began her tenure as a congressional correspondent and later became a senior national correspondent. Prior to her time at Fox, Hasnie was an investigative reporter at WXIN-TV in Indianapolis, where she led the 4 PM newscast.

Notable Interviews and Coverage

Throughout her career, Hasnie has interviewed prominent figures, including:

• Former President Donald Trump
• German Chancellor Friedreich Merz
• Taiwanese Ambassador Alexander Yui

Her reporting has covered major political events, including the 2020 and 2024 presidential elections. She has reported on the recent government shutdown and contributed insights during the contentious election of Speaker Mike Johnson in 2023.

Aishah Hasnie’s Early Career

Before joining Fox News, Hasnie worked at CBS-affiliated WANE-TV in Fort Wayne, Indiana, performing both as an investigative reporter and substitute anchor. Her career began at GEO-TV, an international network based in Pakistan, where she was born.

Leadership Endorsement

Jay Wallace, President and Executive Editor of Fox News, expressed confidence in Hasnie’s abilities. He stated, “Aishah’s knowledge of Washington makes her a perfect addition to our stellar White House team of correspondents, and we are confident she will excel in the anchor chair as well.”