Lou Dobbs, Veteran Television News Host and Conservative Commentator, Dies at 78
Longtime Business News Anchor Became a Leading Voice on Fox Business
Commentary and Political Views Drew Both Support and Criticism
Lou Dobbs, the veteran TV news host and conservative commentator, has died at the age of 78. Dobbs was a longtime business news anchor who became a leading voice on Fox Business.
Dobbs passed away on July 18, according to an announcement from Fox News Media. The cause of death was not immediately known.
Dobbs began his career as a reporter for the Associated Press and later worked for CNN. In 1980, he joined the upstart CNN Business News and helped launch its flagship program, "Moneyline." He later served as host of the show "Lou Dobbs Tonight," which ran on CNN from 2003 to 2009 and then on Fox Business from 2011 to 2021.
Dobbs became known for his strong opinions and his support for former President Donald Trump. He was a vocal critic of immigration and illegal immigration, and he frequently expressed skepticism about climate change. His views drew both support and criticism, and he was often accused of promoting conspiracy theories.
Dobbs' death is a loss for the conservative media landscape. He was a passionate advocate for his views, and he was not afraid to speak his mind. He will be remembered as a controversial figure, but also as a talented journalist who made a significant contribution to television news.
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