Fox Corporation’s Chief Legal and Policy Officer, Adam Ciongoli, is set to receive a significant increase in his total compensation for the fiscal year 2025. According to the company’s recent proxy statement, Ciongoli’s pay package will rise by approximately $1 million, bringing his total annual compensation to around $8.5 million.
Ciongoli’s compensation for 2025 includes an annual base salary of nearly $1.8 million, a target bonus of $2.8 million, and stock awards valued at $3 million. Additionally, he will receive stock and option awards totaling about $5.4 million, intended to offset the value of forfeited awards from his previous employer, Campbell Soup Company. ([news.bloomberglaw.com](https://news.bloomberglaw.com/litigation/foxs-new-legal-chief-ciongoli-brings-republican-ties-to-job?utm_source=openai))
This increase follows Ciongoli’s appointment as Fox’s Chief Legal and Policy Officer in December 2023, succeeding Viet Dinh. In his role, Ciongoli oversees the company’s legal, compliance, and regulatory functions, as well as its government affairs. ([news.bloomberglaw.com](https://news.bloomberglaw.com/litigation/foxs-new-legal-chief-ciongoli-brings-republican-ties-to-job?utm_source=openai))
Fox Corporation has faced significant legal challenges in recent years, including a $787 million settlement with Dominion Voting Systems over defamation claims. The company continues to navigate complex legal and regulatory landscapes, making the role of its Chief Legal and Policy Officer particularly critical. ([apnews.com](https://apnews.com/article/1737842360abd30865b60a47784b833f?utm_source=openai))
The compensation adjustment reflects Fox’s recognition of the importance of experienced legal leadership in managing these challenges. Ciongoli’s extensive background, including his tenure as general counsel at Campbell Soup Company and his clerkship for U.S. Supreme Court Justice Samuel Alito Jr., positions him to effectively guide Fox through its ongoing legal and policy matters. ([news.bloomberglaw.com](https://news.bloomberglaw.com/litigation/foxs-new-legal-chief-ciongoli-brings-republican-ties-to-job?utm_source=openai))
As Fox Corporation continues to address its legal and regulatory obligations, the enhanced compensation package for its Chief Legal and Policy Officer underscores the company’s commitment to securing seasoned leadership to navigate the evolving media landscape.