Fox apologizes, settles sexual harassment claims

Published September 6, 2016 2:43pm ET



21st Century Fox on Tuesday apologized and announced a settlement with Gretchen Carlson, exactly two months after the former Fox News anchor sued her old boss Roger Ailes for sexual harassment.

“21st Century Fox is pleased to announce that it has settled Gretchen Carlson’s lawsuit,” the company said in a statement. “During her tenure at Fox News, Gretchen exhibited the highest standards of journalism and professionalism. She developed a loyal audience and was a daily source of information for many Americans. We are proud that she was part of the Fox News team.”

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