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Bari Weiss to lead CBS News after her Trump-friendly site The Free Press acquisition
Paramount Skydance has acquired The Free Press, a digital media outlet founded by Bari Weiss, who will also become editor-in-chief of CBS News.
Paramount Skydance has acquired The Free Press, a digital media outlet founded by Bari Weiss, and appointed her as editor-in-chief of CBS News, marking a shift towards Trump-friendly content at the network. Weiss' past affiliation with President Donald Trump's camp adds to concerns about the direction of CBS News under her leadership. The acquisition brings together two companies known for their conservative leanings, raising eyebrows among media observers. The move is expected to shape the editorial tone of CBS News in the coming months.
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