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Judge Dismisses Ex-Fox Reporter’s Lawsuit Over Termination

3/31/2026

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U.S. District Judge Amir H. Ali dismissed Jason Donner's lawsuit, a former Fox News reporter, ruling he was not terminated after taking a sick day.
Ali ruled Donner failed to notify his supervisor promptly after taking a sick day.
A separate judge previously dismissed discrimination and retaliation claims, concluding Donner did not prove firing was based on political views.
Fox News said the suit lacked merit and welcomed the decision.

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U.S. District Judge Amir H. Ali dismissed Jason Donner's lawsuit, a former Fox News reporter, ruling he was not terminated after taking a sick day.
Ali ruled Donner failed to notify his supervisor promptly after taking a sick day.
A separate judge previously dismissed discrimination and retaliation claims, concluding Donner did not prove firing was based on political views.
Fox News said the suit lacked merit and welcomed the decision.