New York, NY — A bombshell report by The New Yorker has shed new light on the mysterious 2018 departure of Kimberly Guilfoyle, a former star host at Fox News and current political advisor to Donald Trump Jr. According to multiple sources and documents cited in the report, Guilfoyle was quietly pushed out of the network after a female assistant accused her of repeated sexual harassment and inappropriate conduct — a complaint that ultimately led to a multimillion-dollar settlement.

While Guilfoyle at the time insisted she left Fox News voluntarily to join a pro-Trump super PAC, America First, the new revelations point to a very different reality: her exit came amidst serious internal concerns, legal negotiations, and an alleged pattern of workplace behavior that multiple former colleagues described as abusive and inappropriate.

Allegations of Misconduct

The assistant, whose name was not released for privacy reasons, was hired in 2015 as a recent college graduate to work under Guilfoyle and another Fox News personality, Eric Bolling, who would later face his own sexual misconduct allegations. The assistant later submitted a 42-page draft complaint outlining detailed claims that Guilfoyle subjected her to degrading and sexually inappropriate behavior on a regular basis.

According to The New Yorker, Guilfoyle frequently spoke openly about her sex life in front of the assistant, showed her nude photos of men she had been involved with, and pressured her to share hotel rooms and even sleep over at her apartment during business trips. On at least one occasion, the report claims, Guilfoyle undressed in front of her assistant and asked her to critique her naked body.

The assistant alleged that she felt increasingly uncomfortable but feared speaking out, especially as Fox News was still reeling from previous scandals involving Roger Ailes and other high-profile male figures. When Guilfoyle began to sense that her own conduct might come under scrutiny, she allegedly offered the assistant a series of incentives — including hush money, lavish vacations, and a share of income from public speaking engagements — in exchange for her silence and loyalty.

A Culture of Silence

The report also notes that other staff at Fox News were disturbed by Guilfoyle’s behavior. One makeup artist reportedly filed a complaint after overhearing graphic sexual discussions in the dressing room. Several former employees said Guilfoyle created an office environment that was not only unprofessional but potentially harmful to younger women trying to establish careers in the media industry.

“It was worse than gross—it put other women at Fox in a terrible position,” one former colleague told The New Yorker. Another source described Guilfoyle as “provocative in a way that made you want to get away from this person.”

Despite these internal concerns, the matter was never brought to court. Instead, after months of private negotiations, Fox News agreed to pay the assistant a settlement reportedly exceeding $4 million. Guilfoyle departed the network soon after. Her departure came years before her contract was set to expire and without the usual farewell appearance or public acknowledgment typically granted to long-serving on-air personalities.

Fox News’ Official Line

At the time of her exit in July 2018, Fox News released a brief and unceremonious statement: “Fox News has parted ways with Kimberly Guilfoyle.” No reason was given. Guilfoyle herself said she left on her own terms to take on a new role with America First, a super PAC supporting then-President Donald Trump.

Rumors swirled almost immediately. HuffPost reported at the time that three sources claimed Guilfoyle had not left voluntarily, and that her legal team had been engaged in exit negotiations with Fox. Those reports were initially denied by sources close to both Guilfoyle and Trump Jr., with allies insisting her move was a strategic career decision.

But The New Yorker‘s new reporting adds significant weight to the idea that her departure was not as voluntary as previously portrayed.

Guilfoyle’s Response

In a statement issued to The New Yorker, Guilfoyle categorically denied the allegations.

“In my 30-year career working for the San Francisco District Attorney’s Office, the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office, in media and in politics, I have never engaged in any workplace misconduct of any kind,” she said. “During my career, I have served as a mentor to countless women, many of whom I remain exceptionally close to this day.”

Others in her circle also defended her. Sergio Gor, Chief of Staff for the Trump Victory finance committee, described her as “unfailingly generous and ethical,” stating she always put others ahead of herself.

Still, The New Yorker reported that it spoke to numerous individuals who corroborated the assistant’s claims, and even spoke to the assistant herself — although she declined to comment.

Life After Fox

Since leaving Fox News, Guilfoyle has fully immersed herself in the world of conservative politics. She has become a prominent surrogate for Donald Trump’s political operations and now serves as the finance chair for the Trump Victory Committee.

Her high-profile relationship with Donald Trump Jr., which began around the time of her Fox News exit, has kept her firmly in the public eye. In August 2020, she gained widespread attention for her passionate — and widely parodied — speech at the Republican National Convention, delivered to an empty auditorium and concluding with a booming declaration: “The best is yet to come!”

Despite the public fallout, the controversy surrounding her exit from Fox has largely remained in the background — until now.

A Broader Pattern?

Guilfoyle’s story fits into a broader narrative of misconduct allegations at Fox News that have surfaced in recent years. From Roger Ailes to Bill O’Reilly and others, the network has faced ongoing scrutiny for fostering a workplace culture that critics say enabled inappropriate behavior and silenced victims.

The details of Guilfoyle’s settlement add another chapter to that troubled history — one that complicates her image as a champion for conservative values and a rising figure in Republican fundraising circles.

As the 2024 election cycle heats up and Guilfoyle remains a vocal figure in the MAGA movement, these revelations could resurface in the public conversation, potentially raising new questions about accountability, transparency, and the enduring legacy of Fox News’ internal culture.