Bari Weiss’ tenure as CBS News’ editor-in-chief continues to be a topic of discussion, as some have taken issue with editorial and personnel changes she’s made. More recently, pundits and insiders alike have been weighing in on the prospect of Weiss possibly running CNN. That change in leadership could become a possibility if the Paramount Skydance/Warner Bros. Discovery merger is solidified. Now, a CNN alum is sharing their concern that Weiss will “murder” the network should she be given control of it.
Jim Acosta is the latest ex-CNN host to speak out about the notion of Weiss being put in charge of the company. An 18-year-veteran of the WBD-owned network, Acosta discussed his former place of employment while appearing on MS NOW’s The Best People with Nicolle Wallace. Acosta didn’t hold back his feelings about Weiss’ management of CBS News (including 60 Minutes) as well as his belief that said practices could seep into his old stomping grounds:
