As media analysts continue to discuss Bari Weiss’ work as CBS News’ chief, talk has also turned to what may lie ahead for her career-wise. The merger between Paramount Skydance and Warner Bros. Discovery is close to becoming absolute and, with that, CNN would be under the latter corporation’s purview. With that, Weiss could theoretically be put in charge of the long-standing news network. As uncertainty remains, insiders are sharing claims about why Weiss could have a hard time managing the brand.
Recent reports suggest that Paramount CEO David Ellison has yet to decide whether Weiss will run CNN once the merger is completed. It’s also been alleged that he’s considered having Weiss co-run the brand alongside an executive with more experience in the broadcast business. Regardless of that, one person who reportedly has knowledge of the network doesn’t seem sold on Weiss taking on the job. They theorized that the Free Press founder would have a “problem” when it comes to building talent for the network:
