Ed Henry was fired from Fox News after sexual misconduct allegations.
Ed Henry, a former co-anchor of “America’s Newsroom” on Fox News, faced a significant career setback when the network terminated his employment on July 1, 2020. This action came after the network received a complaint from a former employee’s attorney regarding willful sexual misconduct in the workplace by Henry, which allegedly occurred years prior. Upon receiving the complaint, Fox News promptly retained an outside law firm to conduct an independent investigation into the allegations.
The findings of the investigation led to the network’s decision to fire Henry, emphasizing Fox News’s commitment to maintaining a safe and professional work environment and adhering to a strict policy that addresses inappropriate workplace behavior. Following his dismissal, Ed Henry denied the allegations and later filed a defamation lawsuit against Fox News and its CEO, Suzanne Scott, claiming he was falsely accused and that the network had made a scapegoat out of him to demonstrate its resolve against sexual misconduct. The lawsuit was eventually dismissed by a federal judge.
Henry’s departure from Fox News marked the end of his decade-long tenure with the network, during which he served in various capacities, including as the chief White House correspondent and co-host of “Fox & Friends Weekend.” His firing also came amidst a broader reckoning within the media industry, as numerous high-profile figures faced allegations of sexual misconduct, prompting organizations to reevaluate their workplace policies and cultures.