New Yorker Fires Reporter Ryan Lizza for Sexual Misconduct Allegation

Ryan Lizza in 2009.

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New York (AP) -- The New Yorker magazine said Monday it has cut ties with well-known political reporter Ryan Lizza for alleged sexual misconduct.

The magazine recently learned Lizza had "engaged in what we believe was improper sexual conduct," a spokeswoman said. After reviewing the matter, it cut ties with the reporter.