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CNN on Edge: Staffers Fear Bari Weiss Takeover as Paramount-Warner Bros. Deal Moves Closer to Finish Line

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According to Variety, CNN employees are growing anxious as Paramount and Skydance move closer to completing their acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. Staffers worry the new ownership will significantly reshape the network's editorial direction, with particular concern about potential influence from Bari Weiss. The deal is expected to close soon, leaving CNN's workforce uncertain about their future under the new leadership.

Source: https://variety.com/2026/tv/news/cnn-on-edge-staffers-fea...

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