Rahel Solomon, a familiar face on CNN’s morning news program Early Start, announced on Monday, March 23rd, that she’s leaving the network. She told viewers during a live broadcast that this week will be her last, with her final show airing on Friday, March 27th. Solomon, who anchors the 5 a.m. ET program, is a key part of CNN’s early morning coverage of breaking news and international stories. She shared that she’s excited about what’s next, but will announce her future plans later.
A message from Rahel Solomon:
— CNN Early Start with Rahel Solomon (@EarlyStart) March 23, 2026
Solomon came to CNN in 2022 after working at CNBC, where she was known as a skilled reporter covering both general news and business stories. For the past four years, she’s juggled anchoring with reporting on the economy, paying close attention to important trends. As she said goodbye on air, she shared, “It’s been a real honor to be a business correspondent for CNN. I’ve reported on everything from inflation to the job market and so much more.”
The news anchor recently highlighted the team behind her program, which was successfully relaunched as Early Start about a year ago. She expressed how proud she was of her colleagues and their hard work, especially during difficult breaking news situations.
A network spokesperson followed up with a statement supporting her comments and thanking her for her commitment to their reporting. In addition to her on-air work, Solomon holds a finance degree from St. John’s University and a journalism master’s from Northwestern University.
Born in Sudan to Ethiopian parents, she’s lived in several countries, which has given her a unique global understanding of business news. She began her career in local news, including working as a morning anchor in Philadelphia, before moving to national networks.
As of late March, the network hasn’t announced who will replace the departing anchor of Early Start. This morning timeslot is important to their overall strategy and is often shared with CNN International to connect with viewers across different time zones.
Experts believe her leaving is part of a larger shift at the network as they continue to improve their morning and daytime programs. While she hasn’t revealed her future plans, Solomon has stayed involved in journalism, recently appearing at industry events and workshops.
She’s often discussed the power of genuine storytelling and the challenges of covering significant global events. Viewers can expect to see a series of guest anchors fill in over the next few weeks until a permanent replacement is chosen.
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2026-03-24 15:45