A bid to buy a parent company is under review, while Bari Weiss has been appointed to run CBS News, a move noted by a longtime supporter of President Trump.
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What happened
A bid to buy a parent company is under review, while Bari Weiss has been appointed to run CBS News, a move noted by a longtime supporter of President Trump.
Who's involved
What this event is mainly aboutHow it developed
Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.Gallup polling shows low public trust in media, while Bari Weiss is hired to shake up CBS News.1 source
Weiss faces accusations of favoring Trump coverage while pledging editorial independence.1 source
Weiss hired at CBS News as public trust in media declines, according to Gallup polling.1 source
Media appointments and corporate bids involving CNN, CBS News, and key figures like Bari Weiss.1 source
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The entities involved
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CNN
American news channel
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Bari Weiss
American opinion writer
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Donald Trump
American businessman and politician (born 1946), President of the United States (2017–2021; since 2025)
Related events
- Bari Weiss was installed as CBS News editor-in-chief by David Ellison and subsequently fired senior staff, including Cecilia Vega.
- David Ellison acquired Bari Weiss's anti-woke outlet, Free Press, while merger talks involving CNN and Paramount continue.
- A merger review involving CNN and CBS News is underway, with concerns about competition in the media and potential job cuts.