Former Fox News CEO Roger Ailes Dies @ 77

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Roger Ailes, the man who transformed television news and American politics in his role as founder of Fox News before being brought down by a sexual harassment scandal, died this  morning, the network announced. He had celebrated his 77th birthday on Monday.

Ailes' wife, Elizabeth, said in a statement that the family is "profoundly sad and heartbroken" following his death.