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That’s a shame, Special Report was the only good program on Fox.
Lance Murdock on July 15, 2008 at 3:59 PM
Fortunately, he’s not leaving all together and will continue commentary. Brett Baird (?) I think covers Fridays on Brit’s newshour, seems to be a good replacement. The thought of “Shep” as the head of the “all star panel” makes my skin crawl.
Marcus on July 15, 2008 at 4:01 PM
A former ABC correspondent who never hid his conservative views in his broadcast television days …
I remember when Brit was the White House correspondent (spell check!) and was the only one who didn’t come across as a leftist tool. We’ll miss you, Brit! Enjoy your semi-retirement.
A former ABC correspondent who never hid his conservative views in his broadcast television days, Hume has been a central part of Fox’s success. He has anchored on election nights and at political conventions and moderated a number of presidential debates.
We need more intelligent men like you in broadcasting.Outstanding man. And he’s 65 years old. Well, enjoy more time with your family, you’ve more than earned it.
wise_man on July 15, 2008 at 4:02 PM
I say its time for Michelle Malkin to step into the scene at Fox.
That will bring the number of shows I will watch on FNC from 1 to none. I will miss him following his departure and retirement from FNC’s best show, but at least he will be seen and heard on occasion.
rslancer14 on July 15, 2008 at 4:04 PM
My bad news of the day. I just love Brit, he is fair, seems honest, and an asset to Fox. We have precious few like him on the tube.
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letget on July 15, 2008 at 4:04 PM
The thought of “Shep” as the head of the “all star panel” makes my skin crawl.
Shep doesn’t strike me very political so I don’t think he would even want to be part of the panel.
Y’know who I’d like to see take over Special Report? Mark Steyn. Seriously, I’d watch every night without fail. I LOVE Steyn.
aero on July 15, 2008 at 4:26 PM
Steyn filled in for El Rushbo last week and was awesome, funny forthright and well informed.
Michael Steele has filled in for Hewitt and Hannity, and he was great too. Steele is the anti-Obama; a self-made minority political figure who doesn’t play the entitled victicrat card at every turn.
O’Reilly (blowhard), Hannity (well-meaning lightweight), Greta (eek!) and Shep (clues at 11) serve up some pretty weak tea. Some fresh blood would help Roger’s brand.
At least there’s RedEye on the ole Tivo.
melkor on July 15, 2008 at 4:35 PM
I sent Brit a complimentary email once and he responded. He’s the only reason I watch Fox. What to do at 6p est…
swami on July 15, 2008 at 4:38 PM
That’s a shame, Special Report was the only good program on Fox.
Lance Murdock on July 15, 2008 at 3:59 PM
Yup!
Special Report is the best News Broadcast on TV. Now I’m down to H&C… Depending on who replaces Brit.
Huge conservative shoes to fill however.
Swinehound on July 15, 2008 at 4:38 PM
I second the comment above – Special Report is the only Fox News worth watching (I don’t get home early enough to see Laura Ingraham’s new show).
There is no one close to Brit Hume on Fox, or on any other network.
Clark1 on July 15, 2008 at 4:41 PM
I’ll miss Brit. I think Brett Baird will be a fine replacement…or James Rosen maybe.
HawaiiLwyr on July 15, 2008 at 4:48 PM
I hope Fox News stays Fox News… “fair and balanced”. It’s been leaning to the left, at least to me, as of late.
Let’s hope this putative Huckabee show isn’t on at 6:00 p.m. eastern. Robert Eugene Ailes has to be smarter than that.
flyfisher on July 15, 2008 at 4:58 PM
HOLY FREAKING COW! Have ya’ll read the comments from the WAPO posters?? The absolute vitriol is unnerving!
bernzright777 on July 15, 2008 at 5:01 PM
Let’s hope this putative Huckabee show isn’t on at 6:00 p.m. eastern. Robert Eugene Ailes has to be smarter than that.
flyfisher on July 15, 2008 at 4:58 PM
I meant Roger, not Robert. I have no idea where that came from.
flyfisher on July 15, 2008 at 5:04 PM
HOLY FREAKING COW! Have ya’ll read the comments from the WAPO posters?? The absolute vitriol is unnerving!
bernzright777 on July 15, 2008 at 5:01 PM
The vitriol on the left seems to be growing. It is scary.
flyfisher on July 15, 2008 at 5:05 PM
As long as Krauthammer keeps appearing on the panel I will continue to tune in to Special Report.
A voice of reason, who’s not afraid to say bullcrap to all the hoaxes the Dems try to pull off.
fogw on July 15, 2008 at 5:16 PM
I love the idea of Mark Steyn. If they can’t get the Global Content Provider,then Roger Ailes ought to replace Special Report with a simulcast of the first hour of Mark Levin’s radio show.
flyfisher on July 15, 2008 at 5:19 PM
The vitriol on the left seems to be growing. It is scary.
flyfisher on July 15, 2008 at 5:05 PM
Correctly or incorrectly, libs seem confident that they are about to take control of all three branches of government for the first time in a long time. Why are they getting uglier and nastier every day? You’d think they’d get condescendingly gracious, not meaner. They’re exhibiting cornered-rat type behavior, not the swaggering arrogance of those who believe they’re on the verge of victory. From the perspective of human nature and psychology, it doesn’t make sense to me, but I’m not a trained psychologist, and the psychology of liberals has always defied my understanding.
Entelechy, aren’t you a psychologist? Anyone else a psychologist or psychiatrist? Care to shed some light on this subject for us?
So long to the best newsman on tv, and the only real reason to watch fox news.
brak on July 15, 2008 at 5:23 PM
the psychology of liberals has always defied my understanding.
aero on July 15, 2008 at 5:23 PM
Some wise man once said, “Liberalism is a mental disorder.” I find it hard to argue the point.
flyfisher on July 15, 2008 at 5:30 PM
That’s a shame. Brit is the only thing I regularly watch on television news.
phronesis on July 15, 2008 at 5:31 PM
I see the WaPo commenters have a newly discovered strain of BDS: Brit Derangement Syndrome.
I will miss him. I so enjoyed seeing the panel on Special Report all hush their chattering when he speaks in that oh-so-sonorous voice of his. It’s deference to the dignified and wise older gentleman.
Kimmer on July 15, 2008 at 5:38 PM
Second AWWWWWW NOOOOOOO post of the day this sucks he was the reason I started watching Fox News
Dang. Mr. Hume is one of the guys that if I were in a “Make a Wish Moment” would like to join for dinner, adult beverages and cigars. The others at the table would be: Mr. Krauthammer, Mr. Juan Williams (really!!!), and El Rushbo. How would that be for a evening event?
Dingbat63 on July 15, 2008 at 5:40 PM
fogw on July 15, 2008 at 5:16 PM
I agree..I like Charles Krauthammer. I am depressed tho about Brit Hume. sigh
becki51758 on July 15, 2008 at 5:43 PM
There’s only one thing left to do now.
Roger Ailes needs to offer Rush another record smashing amount of money to fill the time slot.
THE E.I.B. REPORT
roninacreage on July 15, 2008 at 6:53 PM
Man, this is depressing news. Fox News without Brit Hume? I can’t imagine it. I like Jim Angle and Chris Wallace, and I really like Major Garrett – but Mr. Hume is the only reason I have watched FOX in several years. Bummer.
Dork B. on July 15, 2008 at 9:17 PM
This year just sucks. Gas is $4.00 a gallon, Israel is about to bomb Iran and double the price, wrecking the economy, the most inexperienced and leftist candidate in history is the odds on favorite to win the presidency, and now Brit Hume is leaving. Man this sucks.
After watching Russert and Snow die in the last 2 months I can’t blame him. Wallace is the best on the bench for Fox, Brett Baird just seems like a Howdy Doody lightweight. Steyn and Steele are great, but they need to get opinion shows where their personality and point of view won’t be stifled.
Blowback
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Oh man. I need more Shepard Smith!
lorien1973 on July 15, 2008 at 3:58 PM
That’s a shame, Special Report was the only good program on Fox.
Lance Murdock on July 15, 2008 at 3:59 PM
Fortunately, he’s not leaving all together and will continue commentary. Brett Baird (?) I think covers Fridays on Brit’s newshour, seems to be a good replacement. The thought of “Shep” as the head of the “all star panel” makes my skin crawl.
Marcus on July 15, 2008 at 4:01 PM
A former ABC correspondent who never hid his conservative views in his broadcast television days …
I remember when Brit was the White House correspondent (spell check!) and was the only one who didn’t come across as a leftist tool. We’ll miss you, Brit! Enjoy your semi-retirement.
Tony737 on July 15, 2008 at 4:01 PM
One less adult on cable news.
Mark1971 on July 15, 2008 at 4:02 PM
We need more intelligent men like you in broadcasting.Outstanding man. And he’s 65 years old. Well, enjoy more time with your family, you’ve more than earned it.
wise_man on July 15, 2008 at 4:02 PM
I say its time for Michelle Malkin to step into the scene at Fox.
William Amos on July 15, 2008 at 4:04 PM
That will bring the number of shows I will watch on FNC from 1 to none. I will miss him following his departure and retirement from FNC’s best show, but at least he will be seen and heard on occasion.
rslancer14 on July 15, 2008 at 4:04 PM
My bad news of the day. I just love Brit, he is fair, seems honest, and an asset to Fox. We have precious few like him on the tube.
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letget on July 15, 2008 at 4:04 PM
Shep doesn’t strike me very political so I don’t think he would even want to be part of the panel.
terryannonline on July 15, 2008 at 4:06 PM
Too bad. He is the best at my weekday evening news.
jencab on July 15, 2008 at 4:07 PM
It has been only the presence of Hume and Krauthammer that I even watch Fox News.
Weight of Glory on July 15, 2008 at 4:07 PM
I love Brit Hume.
CP on July 15, 2008 at 4:09 PM
I loved watching Brit Hume reply to one of Juan Williams many screwball comments.
Krauthammer is also awesome.
Would love to see that as well.
wise_man on July 15, 2008 at 4:10 PM
3 things:
1. Brit was / is great.
2. He’s 65? I hope I age that well.
3. Read the comments on the article. This needs a “you stay classy” tag.
Example:
BowHuntingTexas on July 15, 2008 at 4:13 PM
I know. SOme of those moments are truly classic.
Weight of Glory on July 15, 2008 at 4:13 PM
Second that !!
Maxx on July 15, 2008 at 4:13 PM
You can’t leave Brit! All that’ll leave is Chris Wallace and a ton of fluff!
Skywise on July 15, 2008 at 4:25 PM
The disasters just keep on coming. Brit & the All Stars are the only thing going on these days!?
saus on July 15, 2008 at 4:26 PM
Y’know who I’d like to see take over Special Report? Mark Steyn. Seriously, I’d watch every night without fail. I LOVE Steyn.
I’ll miss Brit. Like others, he was the only reason I was still watching FNC at all.
aero on July 15, 2008 at 4:26 PM
Man, Brit was the bomb. Oh well, he’s earned his time in the pasture.
Spirit of 1776 on July 15, 2008 at 4:35 PM
Steyn filled in for El Rushbo last week and was awesome, funny forthright and well informed.
Michael Steele has filled in for Hewitt and Hannity, and he was great too. Steele is the anti-Obama; a self-made minority political figure who doesn’t play the entitled victicrat card at every turn.
O’Reilly (blowhard), Hannity (well-meaning lightweight), Greta (eek!) and Shep (clues at 11) serve up some pretty weak tea. Some fresh blood would help Roger’s brand.
At least there’s RedEye on the ole Tivo.
melkor on July 15, 2008 at 4:35 PM
I sent Brit a complimentary email once and he responded. He’s the only reason I watch Fox. What to do at 6p est…
swami on July 15, 2008 at 4:38 PM
Yup!
Special Report is the best News Broadcast on TV. Now I’m down to H&C… Depending on who replaces Brit.
Huge conservative shoes to fill however.
Swinehound on July 15, 2008 at 4:38 PM
I second the comment above – Special Report is the only Fox News worth watching (I don’t get home early enough to see Laura Ingraham’s new show).
There is no one close to Brit Hume on Fox, or on any other network.
Clark1 on July 15, 2008 at 4:41 PM
I’ll miss Brit. I think Brett Baird will be a fine replacement…or James Rosen maybe.
HawaiiLwyr on July 15, 2008 at 4:48 PM
I hope Fox News stays Fox News… “fair and balanced”. It’s been leaning to the left, at least to me, as of late.
madmonkphotog on July 15, 2008 at 4:50 PM
I agree, Brit Hume is the best. Let’s hope he gets bored with the time off and changes his mind.
xyan on July 15, 2008 at 4:51 PM
My dream team: Laura Ingraham and Mark Steyn doing the Huntley/Brinkley thing.
Lee on July 15, 2008 at 4:52 PM
I don’t blame him. I want to retire when I am 65 too. He’s been a great treasure. I’ll miss him.
crosspatch on July 15, 2008 at 4:56 PM
Special Report is the best News Broadcast on TV. It’s the only evening news I’ve watched for years. Now I may give up 6:00 news altogether.
No one comes to mind who can fill Brit’s shoes, although there are some who might grow into them… such as Mark Steyn.
I agree that FNC needs to develop some new talent. Laura is a good start, and we’re all waiting for Michelle to get her own show.
petefrt on July 15, 2008 at 4:56 PM
Let’s hope this putative Huckabee show isn’t on at 6:00 p.m. eastern. Robert Eugene Ailes has to be smarter than that.
flyfisher on July 15, 2008 at 4:58 PM
HOLY FREAKING COW! Have ya’ll read the comments from the WAPO posters?? The absolute vitriol is unnerving!
bernzright777 on July 15, 2008 at 5:01 PM
I meant Roger, not Robert. I have no idea where that came from.
flyfisher on July 15, 2008 at 5:04 PM
The vitriol on the left seems to be growing. It is scary.
flyfisher on July 15, 2008 at 5:05 PM
As long as Krauthammer keeps appearing on the panel I will continue to tune in to Special Report.
A voice of reason, who’s not afraid to say bullcrap to all the hoaxes the Dems try to pull off.
fogw on July 15, 2008 at 5:16 PM
I love the idea of Mark Steyn. If they can’t get the Global Content Provider,then Roger Ailes ought to replace Special Report with a simulcast of the first hour of Mark Levin’s radio show.
flyfisher on July 15, 2008 at 5:19 PM
Correctly or incorrectly, libs seem confident that they are about to take control of all three branches of government for the first time in a long time. Why are they getting uglier and nastier every day? You’d think they’d get condescendingly gracious, not meaner. They’re exhibiting cornered-rat type behavior, not the swaggering arrogance of those who believe they’re on the verge of victory. From the perspective of human nature and psychology, it doesn’t make sense to me, but I’m not a trained psychologist, and the psychology of liberals has always defied my understanding.
Entelechy, aren’t you a psychologist? Anyone else a psychologist or psychiatrist? Care to shed some light on this subject for us?
aero on July 15, 2008 at 5:23 PM
So long to the best newsman on tv, and the only real reason to watch fox news.
brak on July 15, 2008 at 5:23 PM
Some wise man once said, “Liberalism is a mental disorder.” I find it hard to argue the point.
flyfisher on July 15, 2008 at 5:30 PM
That’s a shame. Brit is the only thing I regularly watch on television news.
phronesis on July 15, 2008 at 5:31 PM
I see the WaPo commenters have a newly discovered strain of BDS: Brit Derangement Syndrome.
I will miss him. I so enjoyed seeing the panel on Special Report all hush their chattering when he speaks in that oh-so-sonorous voice of his. It’s deference to the dignified and wise older gentleman.
Kimmer on July 15, 2008 at 5:38 PM
Second AWWWWWW NOOOOOOO post of the day this sucks he was the reason I started watching Fox News
-Wasteland Man.
WastelandMan on July 15, 2008 at 5:39 PM
Dang. Mr. Hume is one of the guys that if I were in a “Make a Wish Moment” would like to join for dinner, adult beverages and cigars. The others at the table would be: Mr. Krauthammer, Mr. Juan Williams (really!!!), and El Rushbo. How would that be for a evening event?
Dingbat63 on July 15, 2008 at 5:40 PM
fogw on July 15, 2008 at 5:16 PM
I agree..I like Charles Krauthammer. I am depressed tho about Brit Hume. sigh
becki51758 on July 15, 2008 at 5:43 PM
There’s only one thing left to do now.
Roger Ailes needs to offer Rush another record smashing amount of money to fill the time slot.
THE E.I.B. REPORT
roninacreage on July 15, 2008 at 6:53 PM
Man, this is depressing news. Fox News without Brit Hume? I can’t imagine it. I like Jim Angle and Chris Wallace, and I really like Major Garrett – but Mr. Hume is the only reason I have watched FOX in several years. Bummer.
Dork B. on July 15, 2008 at 9:17 PM
This year just sucks. Gas is $4.00 a gallon, Israel is about to bomb Iran and double the price, wrecking the economy, the most inexperienced and leftist candidate in history is the odds on favorite to win the presidency, and now Brit Hume is leaving. Man this sucks.
After watching Russert and Snow die in the last 2 months I can’t blame him. Wallace is the best on the bench for Fox, Brett Baird just seems like a Howdy Doody lightweight. Steyn and Steele are great, but they need to get opinion shows where their personality and point of view won’t be stifled.
Dudley Smith on July 15, 2008 at 9:41 PM