• Fox News Channel announces Will Cain as the new weekday afternoon host, replacing Neil Cavuto.
• Cain, previously a co-host of "Fox & Friends Weekend," will bring a podcast-style format to his new show.
• His debut is scheduled for January 27, directly before the popular show "The Five."
• Cavuto stepped down after declining a new contract, marking a significant shift in Fox's programming.
• Charlie Hurt will succeed Cain on the weekend edition of "Fox & Friends."

Fox News Channel has officially appointed Will Cain to replace Neil Cavuto as the host of its weekday afternoon show, taking over the coveted slot vacated by the longtime personality who departed the network last month. Cain, currently co-hosting the weekend edition of “Fox & Friends,” will commence his new role with The Will Cain Show on January 27, a strategic timing positioned right before the highly-viewed political talk show “The Five.” This transition represents a significant programming change at Fox News, which rarely opens up weekday time slots.

Having previously contributed to various television and radio platforms, including ESPN and CNN, Cain will strive to offer viewers a blend of news, law, entertainment, and business insights. "I am thrilled to apply my background to help our viewers better understand the headlines through thought-provoking content and analysis every weekday afternoon," Cain expressed in a statement. Notably, while Cavuto's program often had a business focus, Cain is expected to deliver more of his unique podcasting style, potentially featuring longer interviews and diverse perspectives on current events.

Cavuto's departure followed a notable period during which he was known for his critical stances, particularly toward Donald Trump, who expressed his approval of Cavuto's exit on social media. In the wake of this change, Charlie Hurt has been chosen to fill Cain's former role on the weekend edition of “Fox & Friends,” enhancing the show's conservative commentary.

For more details, visit the original reports at [AP News](https://apnews.com/article/fox-cain-daytime-cavuto-news-8caa0c00035d05b8bab5defa6cb9d944), [SFGate](https://www.sfgate.com/news/article/fox-news-taps-cain-replace-neil-cavuto-daily-20032361.php), and [HuffPost](https://www.huffpost.com/entry/will-cain-replaces-neil-cavuto-fox-news_n_67864ac1e4b0631a9a26eac2).