Fox News on Tuesday issued a statement of support for prime-time host Sean Hannity amid backlash over his previously undisclosed ties to President Trump’s personal lawyer.
It was revealed in a court hearing on Monday that Hannity is the previously unknown third client of Michael Cohen, Trump’s personal attorney. The network said in its statement that it was “unaware” of Hannity’s connection to Cohen, whom he has frequently covered during his program, before it was announced in court.
“While FOX News was unaware of Sean Hannity’s informal relationship with Michael Cohen and was surprised by the announcement in court yesterday, we have reviewed the matter and spoken to Sean and he continues to have our full support,” the network said.
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Fox News: We didn't know Hannity was Trump lawyer's client https://t.co/I2ZvGHd6d8 pic.twitter.com/10O5wA8wG8
— The Hill (@thehill) April 17, 2018
I hate to disappoint you, but Hannity is the top producer in the Fox stable, and the network spent tens of millions of dollars defending O'Reilley et al. He could show up covered in hooker blood and he's keeping that show unless 100% of his advertisers bail. https://t.co/absBspvmmR
— Rick Wilson (@TheRickWilson) April 17, 2018
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