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Fox News Sacks Leader Host Tucker Carlson

Tucker Carlson, the highest-rated cable TV host credited with setting the agenda for US conservatives, has left Fox News, the network announced.

In a statement, Fox News said it and Carlson had agreed to “part ways”.

His last TV programme was Friday 21 April, the statement added. His primetime slot will now be hosted by a series of interim hosts until a permanent replacement is found.

The brief two-paragraph statement gave no reason for the abrupt decision.

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The Los Angeles Times, citing unnamed people familiar with the situation, reports that the decision to fire Carlson came from the top, including Fox chairman Rupert Murdoch and his son Lachlan.

The 53-year-old was not just a popular presenter, but also a hugely influential one. His shows frequently set the agenda for conservatives and, by extension, the Republican party.

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His programme offered a blend of populist conservative takes on issues ranging from immigration, crime, race, gender and sexuality, with “woke” ideology becoming a frequent target.
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