Charles Payne Returning to Fox Business Following Sexual Harassment Probe
Charles Payne is returning to Fox Business Network following a probe into sexual harassment allegations.
Payne was suspended earlier this year following sexual harassment allegations against him made by a female political analyst who also claimed she was banned from the network after their affair ended.
At the time, Payne tweeted this out:
Days ago a reporter contacted me about (false) allegations and asked for a comment. I gave an immediate reply. He reported story w/out them
— Charles V Payne (@cvpayne) July 7, 2017
This was my reply: “That is an ugly lie I vehemently deny to my core. There is a mountain of proof that also proves its a lie.”
— Charles V Payne (@cvpayne) July 7, 2017
I will fight this like a lion armed with truth. Thanks so much to all those that have reached out in support.#FightingBack
— Charles V Payne (@cvpayne) July 7, 2017
According to the LA Times, a spokesperson for Fox Business confirmed that the investigation has been completed and Payne is returning to air for tonight’s Making Money on FBN.
Fox News’ own Howard Kurtz tweeted about the news earlier this afternoon:
Charles Payne returning as Fox Business host today after company finishes probe of sexual harassment claims by a former guest, LAT reports
— HowardKurtz (@HowardKurtz) September 8, 2017
Fox wont comment on probe in bringing back Charles Payne but appears he’s been cleared. He said relationship with ex-guest was consensual
— HowardKurtz (@HowardKurtz) September 8, 2017
UPDATE –- 5:47 pm ET: Payne has subsequently announced on Twitter he’s back:
“I'm back hosting Making Money w/ Charles Payne tonight on @FoxBusiness helping Americans take control of their financial destiny.”
— Charles V Payne (@cvpayne) September 8, 2017
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