Former ABC News journalist Terry Moran has announced his transition to independent journalism by launching a Substack newsletter, following his recent departure from the network. Moran’s move aligns him with a growing trend of former legacy media personalities seeking a new stream of revenue.

Moran, who was axed after ABC declined to renew his contract after a controversial X post calling Donald Trump and aide Stephen Miller “world-class haters,” updated his X profile to include “independent journalist” and adding a link to what appears to be his Substack user profile .