Chris Cuomo fired by CNN following investigation into aid to brother Andrew Cuomo

In a statement on Saturday night, the network said: “Chris Cuomo was suspended earlier this week pending further evaluation of the new information that came to light regarding his involvement with the defense. for his brother. We hired a reputable law firm to conduct our review and have terminated his contract with immediate effect. During that review, additional information came to light. Regardless of contract termination, we will investigate as appropriate. ”