Shepard Smith Announces Abrupt Departure From Fox News

Shepard Smith Announces Abrupt Departure From Fox News

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Shepard Smith announced his departure from Fox News after 23 years, citing his desire to leave despite being under contract. His decision was influenced by internal conflicts, including scrutiny of President Trump and disagreements with Fox's opinion hosts. President Trump reacted by questioning Smith's ratings and wishing him well.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Shepard Smith express hope for in his announcement of leaving Fox News?

The success of Fox News

The future of journalism

Higher ratings

A new career path

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the reasons Shepard Smith decided to leave Fox News?

He wanted to retire

He was unhappy with attacks on the news division

He received a better offer from another network

He wanted to pursue a political career

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who did Shepard Smith reportedly have an on-air argument with, leading to his decision to leave?

Tucker Carlson

Chris Wallace

Laura Ingraham

Sean Hannity

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did President Trump react to the news of Shepard Smith's departure?

He praised Smith's work

He questioned Smith's ratings

He offered Smith a new job

He ignored the news

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did President Trump suggest as a reason for Shepard Smith's departure?

Smith's poor ratings

Smith's new job offer

Smith's desire to travel

Smith's health issues