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Essential Mitch: The Early Years

Mitch McConnell was elected Jefferson County judge-executive in 1977 and was re-elected in 1981. Lexington Herald-Leader/Tribune News Service via Getty Images hide caption

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Essential Mitch: The Early Years

What is it about Mitch? How did a politician famous for his lack of charisma become one of the most powerful men in Washington? This week, we continue our deep dive into the world of Mitch McConnell, looking back on his early years as an up-and-coming politician.

Essential Mitch: The Early Years

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Wednesday

Top Fox News D.C. Reporter James Rosen Left Network After Harassment Claims

Former colleagues allege former Fox News reporter James Rosen was ousted after sexually harassing female co-workers. Shannon Stapleton/Reuters hide caption

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Top Fox News D.C. Reporter James Rosen Left Network After Harassment Claims

Former colleagues allege the chief Washington correspondent left Fox News after sexually harassing female co-workers. Rosen's departure followed network scrutiny of his behavior toward women there.

Top Fox News D.C. Reporter James Rosen Left Network After Harassment Claims

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Thursday

Obituaries

Roger Ailes, Founder Of 'Fox News,' Dies At 77

Roger Ailes, the founding visionary of Fox News who propelled it to great profits and ratings but resigned in disgrace last summer, has died at 77.

Roger Ailes, Founder Of 'Fox News,' Dies At 77

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Roger Ailes, Former Fox News CEO, Dies At 77

As Fox News chairman and CEO, Roger Ailes turned the network into a ratings juggernaut but was forced to resign amid a sexual harassment scandal. Wesley Mann/Fox News via Getty Images hide caption

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Roger Ailes, Former Fox News CEO, Dies At 77

Former Fox News Chairman and CEO Roger Ailes has died, the network says, citing a statement from the late executive's family. Ailes resigned from his post leading Fox News last July.

Monday

Fox News Co-President Bill Shine Resigns

Fox News co-President Bill Shine has not been accused of sexual harassment, but a number of women at Fox News have alleged that he was aware of inappropriate behavior and dismissed their complaints. Lucas Jackson/REUTERS hide caption

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Fox News Co-President Bill Shine Resigns

Shine's departure is part of the aftershocks of the sexual harassment scandal that has gripped the network since last summer, leading to the exit of former Chairman Roger Ailes and host Bill O'Reilly.

Fox News Co-President Bill Shine Resigns

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Monday

Beyond Sexual Harassment, Lesser Known Scandals Could Cost The Murdochs A $14B Deal

Rupert Murdoch (left) with Fox News co-presidents Jack Abernethy and Bill Shine today. Last week, Fox News fired Bill O'Reilly in a move to save a $14 billion dollar deal. Mark Lennihan/AP hide caption

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Beyond Sexual Harassment, Lesser Known Scandals Could Cost The Murdochs A $14B Deal

For the Murdochs, who control Fox News as part of a larger media empire, getting rid of Bill O'Reilly is a move to regain full control of the European broadcasting giant Sky in a $14.6 billion deal.

Beyond Sexual Harassment, Lesser Known Scandals Could Cost The Murdochs A $14B Deal

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Wednesday

Wednesday

Amid Backlash From Advertisers, Bill O'Reilly Takes A Spring Break

An ad for Bill O'Reilly's top-rated Fox News show stares back at passersby outside the News Corp. headquarters in New York City earlier this month. O'Reilly is stepping away from the show for a vacation as controversy continues to mount around sexual harassment claims. Spencer Platt/Getty Images hide caption

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Amid Backlash From Advertisers, Bill O'Reilly Takes A Spring Break

When he announced his vacation Tuesday, O'Reilly carefully noted it had been planned for a while. Still, the trip comes at a conspicuous time for O'Reilly, who is facing sexual harassment allegations.

Wednesday

As Scandals Crest, Fox News Once More Under Siege

Advertisers are beginning to pull their commercials from Fox News star Bill O'Reilly's flagship broadcast as allegations of sexual harassment continue to grow. Ilya S. Savenok/Getty Images hide caption

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As Scandals Crest, Fox News Once More Under Siege

Advertisers are beginning to pull their commercials from Fox News star Bill O'Reilly's flagship broadcast as allegations of sexual harassment continue to grow.

As Scandals Crest, Fox News Once More Under Siege

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Monday

Fresh Lawsuit Against Ailes Slams Fox News' Response To Harassment Claims

Then-Fox News CEO Roger Ailes poses at the network's New York City studios in 2006. Ailes served as CEO from Fox News' first day in 1996 until his resignation in July. Jim Cooper/AP hide caption

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Fresh Lawsuit Against Ailes Slams Fox News' Response To Harassment Claims

Fox News contributor Julie Roginsky says in the complaint that the network's past chairman, Roger Ailes, made unwanted sexual advances while leading her to believe that a big promotion would follow.

Fresh Lawsuit Against Ailes Slams Fox News' Response To Harassment Claims

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Tuesday

'My Year Of Guards And Guns': Megyn Kelly On Standing Up To Trump And Ailes

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'My Year Of Guards And Guns': Megyn Kelly On Standing Up To Trump And Ailes

In her book Settle For More, the Fox anchor shares scary and empowering moments covering the 2016 campaign. But Kelly says she doesn't regret not going up against Roger Ailes earlier.

'My Year Of Guards And Guns': Megyn Kelly On Standing Up To Trump And Ailes

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Wednesday

Suspended Host's Lawsuit Casts Shadow Over Fox News' New President

Andrea Tantaros (right) is pictured in 2013 with her co-hosts of the Fox News show The Five. Tantaros says she was later demoted to being a host of the midday show Outnumbered, with a smaller audience, less promotion and less visibility. Carlo Allegri/Invision/AP hide caption

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Suspended Host's Lawsuit Casts Shadow Over Fox News' New President

Suspended Fox News host Andrea Tantaros has accused former Fox News Chairman Roger Ailes of sexually harassing her. She says Ailes' former chief deputy, Bill Shine, acted to shut down her complaints.

Suspended Host's Lawsuit Casts Shadow Over Fox News' New President

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Tuesday

Fox Will Pay Gretchen Carlson $20 Million To Settle Sexual Harassment Suit

In July, Gretchen Carlson filed a lawsuit accusing then-Fox News Chairman Roger Ailes of sexual harassment. Noam Galai/Getty Images for GIFF hide caption

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Fox Will Pay Gretchen Carlson $20 Million To Settle Sexual Harassment Suit

Two months after former Fox & Friends co-host Gretchen Carlson accused Fox News' then-Chairman Roger Ailes of sexual harassment, the network's parent company has agreed to a payment, and an apology.

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