Veteran Detroit TV Anchor Taryn Asher Files Gender Discrimination Complaint

Asher, a longtime FOX 2 evening news anchor, alleges she was fired over gender bias and retaliation.

Apr. 8, 2026 at 9:05pm

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Taryn Asher, a veteran evening news anchor at FOX 2 Detroit, has filed a gender discrimination complaint with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) after being fired from the station in November 2025. Asher's attorney claims she was treated differently from male co-workers in assignments, scheduling, and access to guests, and that the station retaliated after she complained about the disparate treatment.

Why it matters

Asher's case highlights ongoing concerns about gender discrimination and unequal treatment of women in the television news industry, an issue that has drawn increased scrutiny in recent years. The outcome of Asher's EEOC complaint could set a precedent and impact hiring and employment practices at local TV stations.

The details

According to reports, Asher's attorney, Matthew Turner, alleges that the veteran anchor was fired in November 2025 after raising concerns about how she was treated at the station. Turner claims Asher was assigned less desirable stories and schedules compared to her male colleagues, and that the station retaliated against her after she complained about the disparities. Turner says he and Asher are seeking either her reinstatement or financial compensation, though no civil lawsuit has been filed yet due to the required waiting period following the EEOC complaint.

  • Asher was fired from FOX 2 Detroit in November 2025.
  • Asher's attorney filed a gender discrimination complaint with the EEOC in early 2026.

The players

Taryn Asher

A longtime evening news anchor at FOX 2 Detroit who was fired from the station in November 2025 and has since filed a gender discrimination complaint with the EEOC.

Matthew Turner

The attorney representing Taryn Asher in her gender discrimination case against FOX 2 Detroit.

FOX 2 Detroit

The local television station in Detroit where Taryn Asher was employed as an evening news anchor before being fired in November 2025.

Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC)

The federal agency that investigates claims of workplace discrimination and can pursue legal action on behalf of claimants.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

“Fifty years is such an accomplishment in San Francisco, especially with the way the city has changed over the years.”

— Gordon Edgar, grocery employee

What’s next

The EEOC will investigate Asher's complaint and determine if there is reasonable cause to believe discrimination occurred. If the EEOC finds in Asher's favor, it can try to negotiate a settlement with FOX 2 or pursue litigation on her behalf. If the EEOC does not find reasonable cause, Asher will be issued a 'right-to-sue' notice, allowing her to file a federal lawsuit against the station.

The takeaway

Taryn Asher's case highlights the ongoing challenges women face in the television news industry, where gender discrimination and unequal treatment remain persistent issues. The outcome of Asher's EEOC complaint could set an important precedent and spur further scrutiny of hiring and employment practices at local TV stations across the country.