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Detroit Anchor Taryn Asher Fired Amid Discrimination Claims

4/9/2026

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Taryn Asher, a veteran Detroit TV anchor for Fox 2, was fired after raising concerns about unequal treatment.
Asher's attorney says Fox 2 cited her 'behavior' as the termination reason, a claim he calls ridiculous.
She filed a complaint with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission alleging gender discrimination and retaliation and seeking reinstatement or financial compensation, with her attorney indicating litigation is likely.
Asher has been off-air since November.

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Taryn Asher, a veteran Detroit TV anchor for Fox 2, was fired after raising concerns about unequal treatment.
Asher's attorney says Fox 2 cited her 'behavior' as the termination reason, a claim he calls ridiculous.
She filed a complaint with the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission alleging gender discrimination and retaliation and seeking reinstatement or financial compensation, with her attorney indicating litigation is likely.
Asher has been off-air since November.