Michael Ferro was Chairman of TRONC, the Chicago Tribune publishing company and a big Republican donor. He was forced out after allegations of sexual misconduct were published by Fortune magazine. Two different women recounted seeking an investment in their firms when he made physical advances on them, forcible kissing one and groping another’s breast.
- Fortune: Former Tronc Chairman and Investor Michael Ferro Accused of Inappropriate Advances by Two Women
- Chicago Tribune: Michael Ferro steps down as Tronc chairman hours before sexual misconduct allegations published
The Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles, California · Tuesday, March 20, 2018