Bari Weiss to Lead CBS News as Part of Major Paramount Skydance Shakeup: Sources

"In a move that's sending shockwaves through the media landscape, Bari Weiss is set to become the editor-in-chief of CBS News, marking a seismic shift in the network's decades-old management structure.
Weiss, a 41-year-old former New York Times opinion writer, will report directly to Paramount Skydance chief executive David Ellison, effectively bypassing the network's existing leadership. The appointment comes as part of a major shakeup at Paramount, which is expected to acquire Weiss's digital outlet, the Free Press, for $150 million.
Industry insiders say the hiring of Weiss, known for her contrarian views and anti-woke editorial perspective, casts doubts on speculation about the possible return of other high-profile journalists. 'This is a bold move by David Ellison to shake up the traditional network,' says a source close to the situation. 'Weiss brings a fresh perspective and a willingness to challenge the status quo.'
Weiss herself sees the acquisition as an opportunity to 'reshape a storied media organization' and bring her mission to millions of people. 'We will remain independent within Paramount, and our commitment to free expression and honest journalism will only grow stronger,' she said in a letter to readers.
As Weiss takes the reins, CBS News faces a critical moment of transition. Can the network adapt to new leadership and changing audience expectations? One thing is certain: Bari Weiss is about to make her mark on the media landscape.
'The Free Press has won fans and created plenty of fodder for critics with heterodox columns and features,' notes a recent profile. 'The site's volume of so-called anti-woke content stood out in a crowded media landscape; so did its opinion pieces conveying strong support of Israel, a view that Ellison outright shares.'
The stakes are high, but Weiss is undaunted. 'This is not just about me or my team,' she says. 'It's about creating a media organization that is worthy of the trust of the American people.'
As the dust settles, one thing is clear: Bari Weiss is the biggest story in media right now. And it's only just beginning.",
"tags": ["Bari Weiss", "CBS News", "Paramount Skydance", "David Ellison", "Free Press", "Media Landscape"]
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