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CBS News.
news division of the American television and radio service CBS
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A merger review involving CNN and CBS News is underway, with concerns about competition in the media and potential job cuts.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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Fetterman spoke to CBS News in Austin on September 27, 2026.Some support1 report
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A storm is impacting the region, prompting reports on exit timing and the death of a housing authority employee in East New York, Connecticut.Some support1 report
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Bari Weiss was installed as editor-in-chief of CBS and subsequently rejiggered 60 Minutes coverage.Well supported3 reports
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An event held in Austin on September 1, 2026, drew media attention.Some support1 report
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Jim Boudreau spoke about the impacts of an incoming storm on September 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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Paramount and WBD are facing an antitrust lawsuit from states while seeking to complete a $111 billion acquisition involving CNN and CBS News.Well supported6 reports1 development inside
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The corporate drama surrounding the acquisition of CNN and CBS News is ongoing, with states seeking settlements and operational changes being proposed.Well supported10 reports3 developments inside
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MediaDefender was hired by industry to sabotage P2P swarms distributing CBS content as part of a settlement's actions.Some support1 report
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Personnel updates at CBS News confirm Bari Weiss as editor in chief and note Bill Owens' previous executive producer role.Well supported26 reports1 development inside
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Bari Weiss was installed as CBS News editor-in-chief by David Ellison and subsequently fired senior staff, including Cecilia Vega.Well supported7 reports
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President Pezeshkian allowed UN nuclear inspectors into the country, and reports were made regarding his statements on the inspections.Some support1 report
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Trump administration uses broadcast platforms for ads while legislation is introduced regarding limits on presidential ad appearances.Some support1 report
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An incident occurred near the city limits of Morro Bay on September 23, 2026, involving the city and CBS News.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Bari Weiss was installed as editor-in-chief of CBS News, while Skydance Media is set to take control of CNN.Some support3 reports
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Newsom signed tax credits for the film industry, while concurrently, Bari Weiss took over and enforced editorial standards at CBS News.Some support3 reports
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Paramount's deal structure requires it to oversee CNN and CBS News while facing divestiture orders for BET and New Line Cinema.Some support1 report
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CBS News is investigating local events in Mississippi.Some support1 report
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CBS News is restructuring its morning lineup, installing Bari Weiss as editor-in-chief, amid viewership decline.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Japan Airlines is facing a crisis, which CBS News has documented. Haruka Nishimatsu is leading aggressive cost-cutting measures to manage the situation.Some support1 report
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Christopher Nolan discussed production details of his work in a televised interview on CBS News.Some support1 report
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Donald Trump's administration demanded full divestiture of CNN and CBS News and blocked access to the White House.Some support1 report
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The Trump administration is reportedly applying pressure on news coverage, coinciding with Bari Weiss becoming CBS News editor-in-chief.Well supported12 reports11 developments inside
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Donald Trump appointed James Wesley Hendrix to the bench and his administration influenced reporting on a ruling.Some support1 report
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David Ellison is poised to complete an $111 billion purchase that would merge CNN and CBS News.Well supported6 reports3 developments inside
Earlier this month
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Ross Douthat's commentary focused on trial outcomes, highlighting his role on the opinion desk and as a news correspondent.Some support1 report
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Fubo is providing a platform for the distribution of interviews.Some support1 report
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CBS News reported on Colombia's birding industry on May 4, 2026.Some support1 report
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CBS News aired an exclusive interview about a U.S. Air Force officer in Iran, and Trump threatened to halt Kennedy Center renovations.Some support1 report
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Executive power issues at CBS News are being debated, focusing on the limits of network independence and institutional pressures.Well supported9 reports1 development inside
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Acquisition expands media portfolio control involving CNN and CBS News.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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CBS News and VoteHub announced a partnership to incorporate election data and analysis into their work.Some support1 report
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Trump pledged to use savings from the Department of Government Efficiency during an interview with CBS News.Some support2 reports
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Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth used Facebook to pitch recruitment.Some support1 report
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CNN and CBS News report on satellite intelligence and the toll of Iranian attacks on US bases.Some support1 report
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Bari Weiss influenced the hiring of a foreign correspondent at CBS News.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Bari Weiss leveraged personal connections to secure high-profile interviews at CBS News.Some support1 report
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CBS News investigates pardon brokers involving Ammon Covino and Jack Burkman.Well supported4 reports1 development inside
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Jacob Wohl and Mark Osler commented on pardon economy trends while involved in an investigation regarding the matter, reported by CBS News.Some support1 report
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Rumors circulated that Joe Rogan was being considered to replace Anderson Cooper on '60 Minutes,' a claim CBS News later denied.Some support2 reports
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CBS News reported on US military planning on April 5, 2026.Some support2 reports
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CBS News reported that Bravo was shot down over Iran, with Cooper discussing operations near the region.Well supported10 reports1 development inside
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CBS News investigates Trump's pardon industry amid personnel changes and accusations against Bari Weiss.Some support1 report
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Scott Pelley was fired from CBS News due to editorial changes, coinciding with Bari Weiss's leadership.Some support2 reports
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CBS News reported internal military planning details regarding the US policy evolution into a war on Iran.Well supported8 reports
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Bari Weiss implemented recent firings at CBS News.Well supported17 reports4 developments inside
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Ed Martin served as interim U.S. attorney while David Ellison installed Bari Weiss as CBS News editor-in-chief and Trump's pardons bypassed the Justice Department process.Some support1 report
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A media organization is facing a lawsuit over alleged editing of an interview, leading to a new senior editorial team and incoming executive producer roles.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Media personalities, including Jon Wertheim and Bari Weiss, are featured in a new season/program for ABC and CBS News, alongside reports of a lawsuit.Some support1 report
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David Ellison acquired Paramount Global, resulting in executive firings and Bari Weiss becoming CBS News editor-in-chief.Well supported10 reports2 developments inside
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CBS News reported on general events related to the country on September 1, 2026.Some support3 reports
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Bari Weiss, founder of Free Press, was appointed Editor-in-Chief of the news division at CBS News on May 28, 2026.Well supported5 reports
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Trump used a press conference to discuss the Iranian school attack, pointing to Pete Hegseth for comment and meeting with Mark Rutte.Well supported3 reports
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CBS News investigates hate crimes targeting Muslim groups.Some support1 report
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CNN and CBS News were implicated in ignoring a political influence scandal, which was investigated by the Center for American Progress.Some support1 report
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CBS reports on the current situation in Afghanistan following the US military withdrawal.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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CBS reported executive concerns about healthcare costs in 2014.Some support1 report
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Donald Trump was reported on CBS News regarding issues concerning a landmark overhaul.Well supported3 reports1 development inside
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Elizabeth Miller was featured in a special broadcast by CBS News.Some support1 report
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Sean Parnell provided a statement to CBS News while Pete Hegseth dismissed concerns about stockpiles amid reporting on the war with Iran.Some support2 reports
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Around CBS News this week
News at the entities that move CBS News most-
CNN StructuralEllison is preparing to take control of CNN, while Paramount completes the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery, and Trump hosts Xi Jinping.Moves CBS News
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David Ellison StructuralAbu Dhabi Investment Authority funds support Paramount's expansion.Moves CBS News
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Warner Bros. Discovery StructuralFilings made with the SEC regarding stock holdings by Warner Bros. Discovery.Moves CBS News
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Bari Weiss StructuralManagement changes are occurring under Bari Weiss's leadership, coinciding with discussions about CNN's future direction involving Mark Thompson and Abby Phillip.Moves CBS News
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Donald Trump OperationalThe Trump administration utilized the Department of Health & Human Services for an AI tool.Moves CBS News
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Skydance Media StructuralSatirical work involving creator Matt Stone references tech giants while being linked to his base in Colorado.Moves CBS News
Connections
The 40 strongest of 639, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
CNN Structural
The two organizations successfully merged and are now operating as integrated properties under the corporate umbrella of Paramount.
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Bari Weiss Structural
Bari Weiss holds the formal, ongoing leadership role of Editor-in-Chief for the CBS News division.
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Scott Pelley Structural
Scott Pelley served as a correspondent and anchor for CBS News, a relationship that concluded with his termination.
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David Ellison Structural
David Ellison acquired CBS News and exercises corporate control through ownership and leadership appointments.
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Warner Bros. Discovery Structural
Warner Bros. Discovery holds ownership of CBS News, establishing a parent-subsidiary relationship.
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Donald Trump Operational
Trump utilizes CBS News as a platform for announcements while simultaneously challenging its coverage and exerting political influence over its content.
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Skydance Media Structural
Skydance Media acquired CBS News, establishing it as a subsidiary under its corporate structure and oversight.
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Céline Gounder Structural
Céline Gounder functions as a medical correspondent for CBS News.
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Funke Structural
Funke was hired by CBS News to manage a leadership and newsroom transition.
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Nick Bilton Structural
Nick Bilton holds the executive producer role for CBS News' flagship program, '60 Minutes'.
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ABC News Operational
ABC News and CBS News are major industry rivals who actively compete for market share while also coordinating on industry standards and joint statements.
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Cecilia Vega Structural
Cecilia Vega was employed as a correspondent for CBS News, a relationship that ended due to network management pressure and termination.
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David Letterman Structural
CBS News employed David Letterman for decades.
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David Ellison Structural
David Ellison acquired the parent company of CBS News and assumed operational and leadership control.
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Gianna Toboni Structural
CBS News formally employs Gianna Toboni as a contributor to the 60 Minutes program.
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Jon Wertheim Structural
Jon Wertheim is employed as a correspondent and journalist for CBS News.
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Larry Ellison Structural
Larry Ellison acquired a major stake in CBS News and exercises operational control through reforms and external approvals.
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Paramount Structural
Paramount operates as the parent company of CBS News, holding controlling interest and overseeing its operations as part of a media merger.
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Bill Whitaker Structural
Bill Whitaker is employed as a correspondent for CBS News, maintaining an ongoing professional relationship.
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David Ellison Structural
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David Structural
David holds an ownership stake in CBS and serves as the head of its news division.
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White House Operational
The White House actively influences CBS News' coverage and reporting, while CBS News provides media coverage of administration actions.
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Matt Gutman Structural
Matt Gutman serves as a chief correspondent for the news division of CBS News.
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Abdul El-Sayed Operational
CBS News actively reports on, scrutinizes, and covers Abdul El-Sayed's political activities and public statements.
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CBS Studios Structural
CBS Studios operates as the parent company of CBS News, which functions as a division.
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Anderson Cooper Transactional
Anderson Cooper served as a correspondent for CBS News, a role that concluded after two decades due to organizational shifts and personal career decisions.
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New York Times Operational
The two news organizations actively compete for audience share while covering and reporting on similar major global events.
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Norah O'Donnell Structural
Norah O'Donnell holds a formal and defined professional role, including anchor and senior correspondent, within CBS News.
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Lesley Stahl Structural
Lesley Stahl functions as a professional correspondent and journalist for CBS News, specifically for the program 60 Minutes.
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Ross Douthat Structural
Ross Douthat is formally employed by CBS News as a correspondent for 60 Minutes.
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PENTAGON Operational
CBS News actively reports on and disseminates official directives, data, and military activities provided by the Pentagon.
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Lara Korte Operational
Lara Korte participated in interviews and provided commentary featured by CBS News.
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JMSN Structural
A's song is being utilized as content in political advertisements aired by B.
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Ariel Levy Operational
Ariel Levy is an active contributor to the news program of CBS News.
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Ayanna Pressley Transactional
CBS News published a report concerning a death investigation involving Ayanna Pressley.
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Jim DeFede Structural
Jim DeFede is employed as an investigative reporter for CBS News.
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Phillips Structural
Phillips has joined the staff of CBS News, establishing an ongoing employment relationship.
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MediaDefender Operational
MediaDefender is actively using poisoned swarms to interfere with the distribution of CBS News content.
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Les Moonves Structural
Les Moonves served as an executive at CBS News, earning an annual salary of $70M.
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Comcast Structural
The relationship is currently under review due to a Paramount-WB settlement addressing underlying ownership issues between the entities.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
45 events- Fetterman spoke to CBS News in Austin on September 27, 2026.
- A storm is impacting the region, prompting reports on exit timing and the death of a housing authority employee in East New York, Connecticut.
- Bari Weiss was installed as editor-in-chief of CBS and subsequently rejiggered 60 Minutes coverage.
- An event held in Austin on September 1, 2026, drew media attention.
- Jim Boudreau spoke about the impacts of an incoming storm on September 1, 2026.
- Paramount and WBD are facing an antitrust lawsuit from states while seeking to complete a $111 billion acquisition involving CNN and CBS News.
- The corporate drama surrounding the acquisition of CNN and CBS News is ongoing, with states seeking settlements and operational changes being proposed.
- MediaDefender was hired by industry to sabotage P2P swarms distributing CBS content as part of a settlement's actions.
- Bari Weiss was installed as CBS News editor-in-chief by David Ellison and subsequently fired senior staff, including Cecilia Vega.
- President Pezeshkian allowed UN nuclear inspectors into the country, and reports were made regarding his statements on the inspections.
- Trump administration uses broadcast platforms for ads while legislation is introduced regarding limits on presidential ad appearances.
- An incident occurred near the city limits of Morro Bay on September 23, 2026, involving the city and CBS News.
- Bari Weiss was installed as editor-in-chief of CBS News, while Skydance Media is set to take control of CNN.
- Newsom signed tax credits for the film industry, while concurrently, Bari Weiss took over and enforced editorial standards at CBS News.
- Paramount's deal structure requires it to oversee CNN and CBS News while facing divestiture orders for BET and New Line Cinema.
- CBS News is investigating local events in Mississippi.
- CBS News is restructuring its morning lineup, installing Bari Weiss as editor-in-chief, amid viewership decline.
- Japan Airlines is facing a crisis, which CBS News has documented. Haruka Nishimatsu is leading aggressive cost-cutting measures to manage the situation.
- Christopher Nolan discussed production details of his work in a televised interview on CBS News.
- Donald Trump's administration demanded full divestiture of CNN and CBS News and blocked access to the White House.
- Donald Trump appointed James Wesley Hendrix to the bench and his administration influenced reporting on a ruling.
- Ross Douthat's commentary focused on trial outcomes, highlighting his role on the opinion desk and as a news correspondent.
- Fubo is providing a platform for the distribution of interviews.
- CBS News reported on Colombia's birding industry on May 4, 2026.
- CBS News aired an exclusive interview about a U.S. Air Force officer in Iran, and Trump threatened to halt Kennedy Center renovations.
- CBS News and VoteHub announced a partnership to incorporate election data and analysis into their work.
- Trump pledged to use savings from the Department of Government Efficiency during an interview with CBS News.
- Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth used Facebook to pitch recruitment.
- CNN and CBS News report on satellite intelligence and the toll of Iranian attacks on US bases.
- Bari Weiss leveraged personal connections to secure high-profile interviews at CBS News.
- CBS News investigates pardon brokers involving Ammon Covino and Jack Burkman.
- Jacob Wohl and Mark Osler commented on pardon economy trends while involved in an investigation regarding the matter, reported by CBS News.
- CBS News reported on US military planning on April 5, 2026.
- CBS News reported that Bravo was shot down over Iran, with Cooper discussing operations near the region.
- CBS News investigates Trump's pardon industry amid personnel changes and accusations against Bari Weiss.
- Scott Pelley was fired from CBS News due to editorial changes, coinciding with Bari Weiss's leadership.
- CBS News reported internal military planning details regarding the US policy evolution into a war on Iran.
- Ed Martin served as interim U.S. attorney while David Ellison installed Bari Weiss as CBS News editor-in-chief and Trump's pardons bypassed the Justice Department process.
- Media personalities, including Jon Wertheim and Bari Weiss, are featured in a new season/program for ABC and CBS News, alongside reports of a lawsuit.
- CBS News reported on general events related to the country on September 1, 2026.
- CBS News investigates hate crimes targeting Muslim groups.
- CNN and CBS News were implicated in ignoring a political influence scandal, which was investigated by the Center for American Progress.
- CBS reports on the current situation in Afghanistan following the US military withdrawal.
- CBS reported executive concerns about healthcare costs in 2014.
- Elizabeth Miller was featured in a special broadcast by CBS News.
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June 2026
12 events- A merger review involving CNN and CBS News is underway, with concerns about competition in the media and potential job cuts.
- Personnel updates at CBS News confirm Bari Weiss as editor in chief and note Bill Owens' previous executive producer role.
- The Trump administration is reportedly applying pressure on news coverage, coinciding with Bari Weiss becoming CBS News editor-in-chief.
- David Ellison is poised to complete an $111 billion purchase that would merge CNN and CBS News.
- Executive power issues at CBS News are being debated, focusing on the limits of network independence and institutional pressures.
- Acquisition expands media portfolio control involving CNN and CBS News.
- Rumors circulated that Joe Rogan was being considered to replace Anderson Cooper on '60 Minutes,' a claim CBS News later denied.
- Bari Weiss implemented recent firings at CBS News.
- A media organization is facing a lawsuit over alleged editing of an interview, leading to a new senior editorial team and incoming executive producer roles.
- Bari Weiss, founder of Free Press, was appointed Editor-in-Chief of the news division at CBS News on May 28, 2026.
- Trump used a press conference to discuss the Iranian school attack, pointing to Pete Hegseth for comment and meeting with Mark Rutte.
- Donald Trump was reported on CBS News regarding issues concerning a landmark overhaul.