President Donald Trump on Sunday morning went on a rapid-fire tirade on Twitter against Ed Henry of Fox News. What was his. We've learned that. The second portion of the suit outlines allegations brought by Areu, who said Henry sent her 'a slew of wildly inappropriate messages throughout the first half of this year'. 2020 CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. We are fully prepared to vigorously defend against these baseless allegations as Mr. Henry further embarrasses himself in a lawsuit rife with inaccuracies after driving his personal life into the ground the statement said. / CBS News. She revealed that they would hook up whenever he was in town since the Spring of 2015, and he would help her out with her rent and bills. Previously, he was the CNN senior White House correspondent. Trump filed the lawsuit against CNN because he accuses the network of defaming his character during the 2020 Presidential Election. 7 /25. Back in July 2019, Ed Henry became a true hero in his sisters eyes, her son Frank and many unsuspecting fans across the world. A merger would produce a more complicated company and turn off investors rather than increase the companys lagging stock price, Irenic Capital stated in a letter to the News Corp. board. ', Lawsuit claims Henry 'preyed upon' Eckhart for years before he allegedly raped her in 2017. In a series of tweets and re-tweets 23 in 23 minutes Trump expressed his. 'As alleged in the complaint Fox News was aware of complaints against Mr. Henry involving sexually inappropriate conduct before he raped Ms. Henry and sent graphic and sexually explicit photographs, videos and texts to Ms. Areu. Henry was fired by Fox News in July, shortly before the women's allegations became public. The attorney attached in the public filing raunchy photos Eckhart allegedly sent Henry. And, I just, I didn't have a voice until now," she said. Fox News has fired former anchor Ed Henry (left), shown standing with Fox & Friends hosts Steve Doocy and Ainsley Earhardt in September 2019. Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Fox News Media's top news anchor, Ed Henry has been fired from the network following a shocking allegation for sexual harassment from years ago. Discovery and depositions will be extraordinarily embarrassing for Fox News and its leadership," he said Thursday. Eckhart's lawyer Michael J Willemin hit back with his own statement accusing Foti of 'engaging in the type of injustice that the #MeToo movement has worked so hard to curb' by invoking a rape myth that a victim would never send her attacker friendly or consensual-looking messages. Asked about Willemin's scathing statement, Foti told DailyMail.com on Tuesday: 'Mr. Fox News fired Henry, who had served as chief White House correspondent, shortly before the lawsuit was filed. The couple married in 2010 at the Wynn Las Vegas Resort at a wedding featuring an Elvis impersonator, according . It is outrageous and contrary to common sense that Fox News purports not to take responsibility for his actions. In response to the statement from Henry's lawyer, Willemin said: 'Although Ms. Foti notes that the #MeToo movement has helped to bring to light a number of injustices in our country, she proceeds to engage in just the type of injustice that the #MeToo movement has worked so hard to curb. Bill Maher: Greta Thunberg Doesnt Represent Her Generation, Jason Whitlock: Dems Dont Want People to Have Success or Joy, Dagen McDowell Is Ready For A New Adventure With Fox Business. 'My decision to speak out was not an easy one, but I refuse to let fear of retaliation, victim shaming and further attacks intimidate me into remaining silent. Ms. Eckhart, confused, asked Mr. Henry if he was trying to tell her something. Ed Henry, a former anchor for America's Newsroom who was fired from Fox News last year after the network received a sexual misconduct complaint, sued Fox News CEO Suzanne Scott on Wednesday for allegedly defaming him as a "sex criminal.". NEW YORK (Reuters) -Fox News and former anchor Ed Henry must face a lawsuit accusing Henry of promising career advancement to coerce an employee into a sometimes violent sexual relationship including rape, and accusing the network of allowing a hostile work environment, a U.S. judge ruled on Thursday. Her accusations led to Henrys firing, who provided a statement on Henry appearing on Real Americas Voice. Fox News Chief National Correspondent Ed Henry, left, appears on "Fox and Friends" in New York on Sept. 6, 2019. accused in a complaint of "violently" raping former Fox Business producer Jennifer Eckhart and sending "wildly inappropriate sexual images" to another woman. She joined the news platform in September 2014 as a Senior Editor for its Washington Desk. Nonetheless, seeing Henry on any television screen didnt sit well with Wigdor LLP, the law firm representing Jennifer Eckhart, the former Fox News producer. I admire NPRs unflagging commitment to providing its audiences with such coverage - and appreciative of the hard work people do behind the scenes to protect the space to do it.. Four years ago, nobody would have been paying attention to it, Carlson tells Yahoo Entertainment about the news that broke on July 1 that Henry, co-anchor of Americas Newsroom, was fired as a result of a complaint made the week before about willful sexual misconduct in the workplace years ago, according to an internal memo from the network. (Richard Drew/AP), Eckhart sued Henry and Fox News in July, claiming hed placed her in handcuffs and raped her in a hotel room in 2017. Ryan Hedrick serves as the Assistant Program Director and Co-Host of the Morning News Express at WFMD. In 2003, Henry began providing political analysis for two local radio shows; the WMAL Morning News and The Chris Core Show, on WMAL, Washington, D.C. They officially registered their marriage in Nevada on July 1, 2010. 'The Wigdor Firm declined, informing the investigators that neither plaintiff would be allowed to be interviewed, unless the investigators promised that anything either plaintiff said could not be used in any future litigation or proceeding. Henry initially alleged last year that journalists at the two outletswhich induced NPR media reporter David Folkenflik, CNN chief media correspondent Brian Stelter and anchor Alisyn Camerotahad "longstanding grudges . We like our neighbors. Henry was firedthree weeks ago in response to Eckhart's allegations. The complaint asserts that Fox News did nothing,' Willemin said. PREVIOUSLY, June 30 5:59 PM: Ed Henry, who was fired last year from Fox News for alleged sexual misconduct, is suing the news channel and Fox News CEO Suzanne Scott for defamation. I will take some time off to fight against the unfair and accuracy attacks on me. I am hopeful that my decision to file this action will result in positive change for women at Fox, and for all victims in the workplace. 'He repeatedly yelled: "Who wants to take her on a date?" That's the kind of people they are.'. (UPDATED with Fox News & Ed Henry attorney statements on lawsuit) Tucker Carlson is returning to Fox News Channel tonight after a short vacation, but along with the cabler newser itself, Sean. Jeremy Hawkins what he thinks of President Trump coming to visit today. New York CNN Business . Moreover, Shirley holds American nationality and belongs to the Asian ethnicity. In this case, NPR and I felt confident that we would prevail in court on the merits. Henry's attorney, Catherine Foti, said in a statement Wednesday that "Ed Henry denies the allegations referenced in the Fox announcement and is confident that he will be vindicated after a full . For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. However, despite all that, she remains married to him and has no comments on it. Henry has covered numerous major stories during his time at Fox News. Since then, there has been no sign of him. In addition, he has won the Merriman Smith award for excellence in presidential coverage and the Everett Dirksen Award for distinguished coverage of Congress. Areu claims she was targeted by some of the network's biggest stars. And I can tell you that I think that Tammy Duckworth is an American Patriot.. She also alleges that Sean Hannity "completely unsolicited threw $100" on his anchor desk, "demanding that someone take (her) out on a date for drinks.". One of his f. Father-of-two Henry took a break to work on his marriage to NPR's Chief Washington Editor Shirley Hung after Natalia Lima, 42, revealed she had a ten-month affair with Henry between 2015 and February 2016. In May 2015, a cocktail waitress and stripper at the Wynn Las Vegas hotel namedNatalia Limatold In Touch Weekly of their 10-month affair. 'We call on Fox News to work with our clients to retain a truly independent investigator who is transparent. Shirley was born in 1970. A former producer's lawsuit alleging rape by former Fox News anchor Ed Henry may have hit a complicating snag: a current Fox News staffer says her own allegations against Henry have been. The documents state that Eckhart agreed 'out of concern for her job'. Ed has almost recuperated from his surgery on July 9, while his sister, Colleen Henry, 46, is doing well despite a longer recovery period as a donor recipient. Unfortunately, in this media environment, one must immediately deny or confirm. Before getting married, Shirley went by the name Shirley Hung. Former Alabama lawmaker Ed Henry pardoned by Trump By KIM CHANDLER January 20, 2021 MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) President Donald Trump on Wednesday pardoned an Alabama lawmaker who pleaded guilty two years ago for his role in a health care fraud case. A judge ruled last September that Eckharts case can move forward. The lawsuit begins by describing how Henry 'preyed upon, manipulated and groomed Ms Eckhart starting at the young age of 24 by exerting his abuse of power over her and her career'. The network also said there were no claims against Henry prior to Eckhart's. It says that when the network released its statement announcing the termination, Scott insinuated that Henry was guilty of sexual misconduct. Ed Henry is currently married to Shirley Henry. According to herLinkedIn profile, Shirley also holds a Masters degree in Public Policy, which she obtained in 1998 from Georgetown University. The network also honored first responders by selecting representatives of the FDNY and NYPD to light this years tree.Guests included FOX News personalities and their families along with first responders from the NYPD and FDNY, including members of NYPD Precinct 32, who lost Wilbert Mora and Jason Rivera this year, and members of EMS Station 49, who lost EMS captain Alison Russo earlier this year.FOXs All-American Christmas tree stands at 50 feet tall and is adorned by 12,000 ornaments and 340,000 lights. A spokesperson for the network issued a statement about the lawsuit to DailyMail.com which denies the Areu's claims and vows to fight them 'vigorously'. On the other hand, his salary remained at $2 million owing to his prowess in the journalism field. "After we met and we had our photo taken together, he messaged me, 'Wow, you are way more beautiful in person,'". Henry was far from the only Fox News anchor who subjected Ms. Areu to sexual harassment,' it adds. The newly revised complaint, filed Monday in Manhattan federal court, included revelations from NPR reporting in July that Henry was required to undergo sex addiction therapy as he received a. "As a 24-year-old girl, when the chief White House correspondent follows you on Twitter, you, you know, you get stars in your eyes," she said. Earlier this month,his show's former top writer resigned after CNN found he had written a series of racist and repugnant tweets under a pseudonym. It also says that the network had said in court filings that Eckhart never reported any type of misconduct when asked during her exit interview last June. Moreover, like most Vegas weddings, theirs too wouldnt be complete without an Elvis Presley impersonator. The accuser, Jennifer Eckhart, likened the move to efforts by notorious #MeToo villains like Harvey Weinstein and Matt Lauer to smear victims and portray sexual assaults as consensual encounters. ', 'If one of my children gets hurt because of a story they wrote, they won't consider it collateral damage - they know it's the whole point of the exercise,' he said. Ed Henry Retweeted. Rumors have swirled over Fox and News Corp. possibly merging into one entity, but Irenic Capital, which owns about 2% of News Corp., has taken issue with its potential merger. In July 2020, Cathy Areu was one of two women who filed a federal lawsuit against Fox News prefaced by a "TRIGGER WARNING" in blaring red, boldface text that it contained "Highly Graphic . The suit goes on to allege how Howard Kurtz, host of Media Buzz, invited Areu to have drinks in the lobby bar of a hotel he was staying at in July 2019. ", First published on July 21, 2020 / 11:06 AM. We want you watching at home to be able to come here and make Christmas memories with your family and friends and of course, your pets, too, of course, as you can imagine.. Author "42 Faith: The Rest of the Jackie Robinson Story" & anchor Real America's Voice A set of late afternoon messages show 'owned & submissive' sent at 4.10pm and 'more anal -' at 4.11pm. The American journalist has two children. The event was hosted by Greg Gutfeld, Judge Jeanine Pirro, Dana Perino, Jessica Tarlov and Jesse Watters, Fox News held its annual All-American Tree Lighting at FOX Square in New York, New York Monday during The Five. The event was hosted by Greg Gutfeld, Judge Jeanine Pirro, Dana Perino, Jessica Tarlov and Jesse WattersIn a release, the network said it partnered with the Police Athletic League (PAL) to host a toy drive benefiting New York Citys youth. The lawsuit alleges that the company retaliated by 'informing her that her employment would be terminated' in June. 'When she would not comply voluntarily, he sexually assaulted her on office property, and raped her at a hotel where Fox News frequently lodged its visiting employees, thereby facilitating, whether knowingly or unknowingly, Mr. Henry's conduct,' the lawsuit states. The former freelance assistant for Fox Business host Liz Claman shared creepy sext messages from Henry, including "f--- you and your safe word.. We've made such great strides, you know, there's so much more work to do.. Another states:'When u r owned u don't get a choice.'. Copyright 2023 CBS Interactive Inc. All rights reserved. In typical Vegas fashion, the wedding was officiated by an Elvis impersonator. "On Thursday, June 25, we . We are no longer accepting comments on this article. The lawsuit claims that in 2017, they had drinks together and Henry invited Eckhart to 'to take a walk and discuss her career at his hotel.' A former Fox News anchor tried to "humiliate" and victim-shame an ex-staffer who is suing him for rape by releasing sexually explicit images and messages she allegedly sent him, her lawyers claim . She called 911 while hiding in the closet,' he told viewers. One of the messages featured a video of a mock job interview where the woman 'exposes her vagina' and the interviewer 'indicates that she got the job.'. Can Entertainment Channel Use The Word News. Explicit text messages Fox News anchor Ed Henry allegedly sent to an employee who accused him of raping her have been laid bare in a bombshell lawsuit. But Eckhart said those stars quickly faded. The Monday lawsuit further alleges that Eckhart's lawyers described Henry's alleged assaults 'in graphic and specific detail' to Fox News and provided text messages in which he threatened further abuse. Heres a closer look at Ed Henrys wife, Shirley Hung, his net worth, surgery, scandals, and children. Ed Henry AP. Eckhart said she was fired from Fox News in June. And if that sounds like cheerleading and I've never met the man ask. 'While we do not confirm what may or may not publish in future editions, The Times has not and does not plan to expose any residence of Tucker Carlson's, which Carlson was aware of before tonight's broadcast.'. Article continues below advertisement NPR gives me the support & freedom to report independently, even when it's uncomfortable, Folkenflik tweeted on Wednesday afternoon. Eckhart accused former White House correspondent and anchor Ed Henry of rape. A spokesperson for the network issued a statement about the lawsuit to DailyMail.com which denies the plaintiffs' claims and vows to fight them 'vigorously'. Ms. Areu and Jennifer Eckhart can pursue their claims against Ed Henry directly with him, as FOX News already took swift action as soon as it learned of Ms. Eckhart's claims on June 25 and Mr. Henry is no longer employed by the network.". 'Ms. Ed Henry currently serves as the chief national correspondent for Fox News Channel (FNC). 'In the Fall of 2016, Mr. Henry sent Ms. Eckhart a link to a song entitled "Save a Horse, Ride a Cowboy." Real Americas Voice and Henrys attorney did not reply to inquiries for comment made byThe Daily Beast. By June 2010, they had their Las Vegas wedding at Wynn Las Vegas Chapel and its reception at Society Caf Encore Las Vegas featuring a performance by Human Nature. The network said it had received a complaint last Thursday from an attorney about the misconduct. 'To inflict pain on our family, to terrorize us, to control what we say. She accused him of sexual harassment, misconduct, and rape while in the office. I thought it was perfectly fine to receive pornographic images and gifts," she said. 35.8K followers. Areu was completely mortified and made clear that she was incredibly uncomfortable with Mr. Hannity's misogynistic behavior by quietly pleading with one of her friends in the room to accept the money so that the humiliation would end.'. ", Asked if there was ever a time at Fox that she felt safe, Eckhart said, "I think it's safe to say that I was paralyzed by fear when I was working there. Henry was the co-host of America's Newsroom on the Fox News Channel, along with Sandra Smith. This conduct should be universally condemned, as it has been when victims of Harvey Weinstein, Bill Cosby and Matt Lauer were similarly maligned, Eckharts attorney Michael Willemin added. Over the past several days, Jousting with some personal issues. She left Fox News in January 2017. he questioned. Fox News Channel chief White House correspondent Ed Henry is taking an unspecified leave to deal with "personal issues," a Fox spokesperson says. In the lawsuit, she accuses Henry of "violently" raping her while she was "helpless and restrained in metal handcuffs" and performing "sadistic acts on her that left her injured, bruised and battered with bloody wrists.". IE 11 is not supported. Henry responded Thursday by denying the allegation. On May 4, 2016, Ed took a temporary leave from broadcasting, according to a Fox spokesman, due to an alleged extramarital affair with a Las Vegas . She double-majored in journalism as well as International relations, graduating with both within the same year. Henry's suit further accuses the network boss of being "an instrument to cover up the existence of sexual misconduct at Fox News" while alleging she "had such a well-known history of . A former Fox Business associate producer has accused former Fox News correspondent Ed Henry of raping her while they both worked at the network. But when she declined to go to his hotel room and insteadoffered to have Kurtz join her and a friend at dinner,Kurtz declined, and the following day he allegedly told her: 'You're the only woman here who won't come to my hotel room.'. Ultimately, we are confident that a jury will hold Fox News responsible for the acts of its employees, as well as its own conduct in responding to these allegations. 'Even putting that aside, the complaint notes that Mr. Henry engaged in this unlawful and egregious conduct while employed by Fox News. 02:35. Areu claims that in the messages Henry made it clear that he 'was telling her, in no uncertain terms, that he would assist her career if she had sex with him', the suit states. In his suit, Henry accuses Scott and the network of turning against him and abruptly firing him while "publicly humiliating him in the process." July 21, 2020 / 2:52 PM 'Specifically, Ms. Foti invokes a rape myth; namely, that a victim of rape would never send her attacker friendly or even consensual-looking messages. This is not one of those cases,' Foti said. Ed Henry is currently a political correspondent for Fox News. His death at such a relatively young age has a lot of people wondering about his cause of death. 16:18 EST 21 Jul 2020. Areu awkwardly sidestepped Mr. Carlson's advances and declined to spend the night at his hotel. Last week, as revealed by Folkenflik on Wednesday, Henrys lawsuit was voluntarily dismissed with prejudice, meaning the ex-Fox star cant refile the case against the parties involved. "He's not being a President, he's being a Patriot!" @mrsflorida2016 @TBatesNews #PalestineOhioDisaster Watch the entire special: https: . It is unfathomable that Real Americas Voice has decided to give Mr. Henry, an alleged sexual harasser and abuser, this new platform, the statement said. Former Fox News Channel anchor Ed Henry has been out of work since June 2020, and it is definitely not because of the pandemic. The former Fox News anchor was born on July 20th, 1971, in Astoria as Edward Michael Henry Jr. His father was a dairy manager while his mother, Christine, worked as a bookkeeper. The lawsuit, which listed Fox News Network LLC as a defendant and was filed in the U.S. District Court of New Jersey, accuses Scott of using Henry as a . Trump filed the lawsuit against CNN because he accuses the network of defaming his character during the 2020 Presidential Election. A judge ruled. Eckhart said her connection to Henry began in 2014, when she was a production assistant. A new lawsuit contends the network didn't do enough. His wife, Ingrid, reported him missing on June 25.

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