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“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,” Fox News President Jay Wallace said.²
Her weekend program replaces the previous “Fox News Live” block, which relied on rotating substitute anchors.
Proven Credentials and National Experience
Hasnie has spent six years covering Congress and major national stories, building a reputation for incisive reporting. She secured exclusive interviews with then-candidate Donald Trump during the 2024 campaign, as well as with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz and Taiwanese Ambassador Alexander Yui.³
Her resume also includes coverage of the 2020 and 2024 presidential elections, the 2025 government shutdown, and the marathon vote to elect Mike Johnson as Speaker in 2023.
Born in Pakistan, Hasnie rose through local Fox and CBS stations in Indiana. Her investigative reporting on voyeurism laws even led to legislative changes at the state level.
“I am thrilled for the opportunity to deliver critical information to our viewers across the country in the anchor chair and honored to join our prestigious White House correspondent team,” Hasnie said.⁴
Fox Builds Aggressive Coverage Team
Hasnie joins a White House team designed to cover Trump’s presidency in real time. Peter Doocy earned a reputation for pressing Biden officials with questions that exposed contradictions, leading to moments like Biden calling him a “stupid son of a b****” on a hot mic—an exchange celebrated among conservatives.
Doocy and Heinrich now alternate anchoring “The Sunday Briefing,” taking over Howie Kurtz’s longtime slot.
Promoting three experienced Washington reporters shows Fox recognizes the high stakes. Trump’s first term produced relentless news cycles, and his second term promises even more aggressive actions, from executive orders to high-profile fights over immigration, spending cuts, and regulatory reform.
Balancing Tough Coverage and Credibility
Fox needs journalists who can keep pace with Trump’s fast-moving presidency while maintaining credibility. Hasnie has demonstrated this during her congressional reporting and campaign interviews. She knows how to secure newsworthy answers without manufacturing drama.
Her weekend show provides a platform to distill breaking news, complementing Fox’s growing weekend lineup, which now includes Kayleigh McEnany’s “Saturday in America” at 10 AM.
The timing is ideal. With Trump back in office and major news cycles set to accelerate, Fox is betting Hasnie can deliver coverage that is both assertive and credible.
She will begin immediately in the briefing room, with her Saturday program launching in January. This gives her five weeks to establish herself covering Trump before taking on her dual role.
The promotion makes Hasnie one of the network’s most visible journalists, combining daily exposure as a White House correspondent with a loyal weekend audience as an anchor. She now has the platform to make a significant impact during what promises to be one of the most consequential presidencies in American history.
