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  1. An individual partnered with CBS on a new late-night business model, driven by a desire to flatter President Trump's views.
  2. A network associated with CBS is undergoing sweeping changes due to owner preferences aligning with Donald Trump's views, pending FCC approval.
  3. Concerns are rising about the Paramount purchase and how it might interfere with HBO documentaries, driven by CEO Ellison's leadership and political views regarding Trump.

David Ellison's influence is reportedly affecting CNN's editorial direction and leading to Bari Weiss's appointment as editor-in-chief of CBS News.

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David Ellison's influence is reportedly affecting CNN's editorial direction and leading to Bari Weiss's appointment as editor-in-chief of CBS News.

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  1. Ellison is using his administration to build a media conglomerate and seeking a leader appealing to conservatives.1 source
  2. Weiss's new leadership at CBS News faces internal pushback and firings following her appointment by Ellison.1 source
  3. CBS News is being reshaped under Bari Weiss, adopting hiring models from Murdoch's empire and requiring oligarch approval.Sub-event
  4. Weiss' leadership following the acquisition has led to high-profile staff departures.1 source
  5. Ellison handpicks Weiss for CBS News and sets sights on CNN's parent company.1 source
  6. Ellison's corporate moves and political donations are impacting media leadership appointments at CNN, CBS, and Paramount.1 source
  7. Bari Weiss led the CBS News division through a crisis, jointly leading the news division.Sub-event
  8. Bari Weiss is accused of yielding to administration pressure regarding David Ellison's influence on CBS News.Sub-event
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  1. Ellison installed Bari Weiss as CBS editor-in-chief, while his influence is feared to affect CNN's editorial direction.1 source

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