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11 hours ago

Joe Rogan's Audience Is 10 Times More Than Anderson Cooper's

Paramount's acquisition of CNN faces challenges due to declining ratings and high costs associated with its top shows.
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2 weeks ago
US Elections

CNN's Abby Phillip Torpedoes 92% Negative' Trump Coverage Complaint: Possible It's Trump's Actual Actions and Conduct?'

US politics
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12 hours ago

Trump Unleashes on Van Jones Claims CNN Analyst Once Came to Him Crying Like a Baby' in Wild Post

Trump criticized Van Jones for his negative comments after previously helping him with criminal justice reform.
Washington DC
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Doesn't President Trump Have Anything Better To Do?': CNN Guest Hits POTUS for Fixating on Reflecting Pool

Trump's renovation of the Lincoln Memorial reflecting pool cost $2 million instead of the projected $301 million and was completed in one week.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Jake Tapper Rides Trump for Demanding CNN Say JOB WELL DONE MR. PRESIDENT': Among Other Reasons'

President Trump demands credit for his actions regarding Iran, while Jake Tapper critiques this request during his commentary.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

CNN's Abby Phillip Torpedoes 92% Negative' Trump Coverage Complaint: Possible It's Trump's Actual Actions and Conduct?'

CNN anchor Abby Phillip questions the narrative of negative media bias against Trump by suggesting his actions may explain poor polling.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

CNN Anchor Calls Scott Jennings Out For Denying Trump Genocide' Threat Happened: Let Me Just Reiterate'

Abby Phillip confronted Scott Jennings over Trump's denial of a genocide threat against Iranians during a CNN panel discussion.
Right-wing politics
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2 weeks ago

Oh My God!' CNN Crew Pounces on Pro-Trump Host Who Says I Don't Think Trump Lied' About Jesus Pic

Trump's recent actions and statements are causing increasing discontent among his supporters and raising concerns within the Republican Party.
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fromPoynter
13 hours ago

Scott Jennings crossed a line on CNN, but the bigger problem is the show itself - Poynter

CNN's 'NewsNight' often crosses the line into toxicity during political debates, exemplified by a recent aggressive exchange between commentators.
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1 day ago

Jeanine Pirro Asked About Tucker Carlson's Antichrist Remark

There's obviously a lot of incendiary language out there, horrific language out there... That's a lot crazy people saying a lot of horrific things.
Right-wing politics
#donald-trump
US Elections
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2 days ago

CNN Panel Cracks Up Over Trump's Shake Endorsement of Son

President Trump's endorsement of Donald Trump Jr. for The Apprentice reboot was shaky and elicited laughter from CNN panelists.
US Elections
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2 days ago

CNN Panel Cracks Up Over Trump's Shake Endorsement of Son

President Trump's endorsement of Donald Trump Jr. for The Apprentice reboot was shaky and elicited laughter from CNN panelists.
Television
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4 days ago

Greg Gutfeld and Jesse Watters Dominate Cable News Ratings, MS Now And CNN Notch Prime Time Gains

Fox News maintained its cable news ratings lead in April, with significant viewership numbers from key shows and hosts.
US politics
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5 days ago

White House Communications Director Calls Democratic Staffer a R*tard' During Online Spat

Steven Cheung used derogatory language towards Rachel Cohen during an online exchange about media appearances.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

CNN's Abby Phillip Pulls Instant Video Receipt on Trump Ally in Brawl Over Violent Rhetoric'

Abby Phillip confronted a pro-Trump panelist with video evidence during a debate on violent rhetoric following a shooting incident.
Dining
fromVulture
1 week ago

The WHCD Viral 'Salad Eater' Is Wolf Blitzer's Agent

Michael Glantz remained calm and continued eating salad during the shooting at the White House Correspondents' Dinner, focusing on law enforcement's response.
Humor
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Larry Wilmore Stuns CNN Panel With Pretty Amazing Card Trick

Larry Wilmore performed an impressive card trick on CNN, leaving panelists in awe by revealing a card with Abby's name on it.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

CNN Anchor Calls BS on Trump Ally Over $24M Nepo-Looking Contract: We Are Not Stupid!'

CNN anchor Abby Phillip challenged claims about Eric Trump's involvement in a Pentagon contract awarded to a company he is associated with.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

CNN's Abby Phillip Hits Geraldo With Trump Receipt in Brawl Over Gerrymander

Geraldo Rivera criticized gerrymandering as a political cancer, while Abby Phillip highlighted Trump's role in initiating redistricting efforts.
SF politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Pamela Brown Fires Back When Stefanik Accuses CNN of Ignoring Swalwell Scandal: I Did the Reporting With My Team!'

Pamela Brown highlighted CNN's role in breaking major stories about Eric Swalwell's scandals amid accusations of misconduct.
fromVariety
3 weeks ago

CNN Hires New York Times Chief Data Scientist Chris Wiggins to Head AI Team

Wiggins will lead a team that optimizes the use of machine learning and artificial intelligence to improve outcomes company-wide, from maximizing advertising and subscriber revenue to creating unique and personalized experiences for users.
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3 weeks ago

CNN Stuck With Suit Challenging Use of Online Tracking Tools

Lead plaintiff Anthony D'Antonio established he suffered a concrete injury sufficient to establish standing to sue in federal court, according to Judge Victor Marrero.
Privacy professionals
#scott-jennings
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3 weeks ago
Right-wing politics

We're Treating Alex Jones Like a Credible Voice?' Scott Jennings Blows Up on CNN for Promoting Crackpots' Criticism of Trump

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1 month ago
Right-wing politics

CNN Guest Accuses Scott Jennings of Mocking Trump During Commercial Breaks After Fawning Over President on Air

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fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

We're Treating Alex Jones Like a Credible Voice?' Scott Jennings Blows Up on CNN for Promoting Crackpots' Criticism of Trump

Scott Jennings criticized CNN for giving a platform to conspiracy theorists while asserting Donald Trump's dominance over the Republican Party.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

CNN Guest Accuses Scott Jennings of Mocking Trump During Commercial Breaks After Fawning Over President on Air

Scott Jennings is accused of hypocrisy for mocking Trump off-air while praising him on-air.
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3 weeks ago

CNN's Jake Tapper Hits Back Hard at Trump Attacks: Our Job Is Not to Please the President'

Our job is not to try and please the president: JAKE TAPPER: Here's another question, in the midst of these major earth shaking issues surrounding the ceasefire last night, life and death issues, why was President Trump so focused on attacking CNN for an accurate report we put out on a real statement put out by Iranian government officials?
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Marketing tech
fromDigiday
4 weeks ago

CNN builds in-house agent infrastructure as it prepares for AI-driven media trading

CNN plans to implement agentic infrastructure for media transactions by Q1 2027, focusing on testing and buyer behavior in 2026.
#media-control
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago
Media industry

Move over Murdochs, here come the Ellisons podcast

US Secretary of Defense criticizes CNN's coverage of the US-Israel war, highlighting concerns over media control and independence.
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1 month ago
Media industry

Jim Acosta Warns of Media Domination' by Billionaire Trump Friend Ellisons at Hearing on First Amendment

Media control by the Ellison family threatens the objectivity of CNN and the integrity of the press in America.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Jim Acosta Warns of Media Domination' by Billionaire Trump Friend Ellisons at Hearing on First Amendment

Media control by the Ellison family threatens the objectivity of CNN and the integrity of the press in America.
#iran
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

You're Going to Want to See this Result!' Smerconish Alerts Trump To His Viewer Poll on Leaving Iran War

A CNN poll shows 54% support seizing Iran's enriched uranium before ending hostilities.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Scott Jennings and Val Demings Throw Down On CNN Panel

Scott Jennings and Val Demings engaged in a heated debate on CNN regarding President Trump's objectives in Iran, requiring intervention from the host.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

You're Going to Want to See this Result!' Smerconish Alerts Trump To His Viewer Poll on Leaving Iran War

A CNN poll shows 54% support seizing Iran's enriched uranium before ending hostilities.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Scott Jennings and Val Demings Throw Down On CNN Panel

Scott Jennings and Val Demings engaged in a heated debate on CNN regarding President Trump's objectives in Iran, requiring intervention from the host.
#cable-news
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Iran War Leads to Massive Ratings Jolt for Three Major Cable News Networks

Cable news ratings surged in March due to increased viewer interest in the Iran War and President Trump's actions.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Iran War Leads to Massive Ratings Jolt for Three Major Cable News Networks

Cable news ratings surged in March due to increased viewer interest in the Iran War and President Trump's actions.
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fromPoynter
1 month ago

How a CNN reporter covered war from inside Iran - Poynter

CNN's Frederik Pleitgen faced unique challenges covering the war in Iran, highlighting the dangers and difficulties of reporting in a conflict zone.
World news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Abby Phillip Cuts Down Scott Jennings's Trump-Inspired War Claim With Simple Question

Abby Phillip challenged Scott Jennings' claim about Iran's military capabilities during a CNN discussion on U.S.-Iran conflict.
#israeli-military
fromPoynter
1 month ago
World news

CNN journalists were detained in what Israel called a 'serious ethical and professional failure' - Poynter

World news
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1 month ago

CNN journalists were detained in what Israel called a 'serious ethical and professional failure' - Poynter

CNN crew was detained and assaulted by Israeli military while reporting on violence against Palestinians.
World news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

Israel suspends battalion that detained CNN crew in West Bank

The Israeli military suspended a reservist battalion after detaining a CNN crew and an incident involving a soldier assaulting a photojournalist.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

So Cringe': Ex-CNN Host Don Lemon Roasts His Old Employer for Experimenting With Podcast-Like Setups

To me, it's cringe because the reason people watch CNN is for the credibility of Jake, and Anderson, and [Erin Burnett]; and there is you know sort of this illusion, if you want to put it that way, about television news. It's larger than life, the colors are brighter than in real life, it's big fancy sets that glow, and that's what it is.
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1 month ago

I'm Not Working for You Hacks!' Kara Swisher Vows to Leave CNN If the Ellisons Buy It

Kara Swisher vowed to leave CNN if Paramount Skydance acquires Warner Bros. Discovery, criticizing potential ownership impact on journalism.
Podcast
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

CNN's "Podcast Look" and the Slow Death of Cable News

CNN's attempts to adopt a podcast aesthetic failed to enhance its authenticity or trustworthiness.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

WATCH: CNN Host Announces She's Quitting Network Live On-Air

I have decided that this will be my last week at CNN. More to come on what's next for me, but I'm really excited about this next chapter.
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fromPoynter
1 month ago

CNN may not be a priority in the Paramount-Warner Bros. Discovery deal - Poynter

Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery and CNN prioritizes regulatory approval, streaming technology integration, and sports rights over immediate CNN restructuring.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

CNN Hits Back After Hegseth Lashed Out at Network at Presser

But some in this crew, in the press, just can't stop. Allow me to make a few suggestions. People look up at the TV and they see banners. They see headlines. I used to be in that business. And I know that everything is written intentionally. For example, a banner or a headline, Mideast War intensifies, splashing on the screen the last couple of days alongside visuals of civilian or energy targets that Iran has because that's what they do.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Pete Hegseth Rips CNN, Cheers David Ellison Takeover

For example, a banner or a headline, Mideast War intensifies, splashing on the screen the last couple of days alongside visuals of civilian or energy targets that Iran has because that's what they do. What should the banner read instead? How about Iran increasingly desperate?. Because they are. They know it, and so do you, if it can be admitted.
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1 month ago

Jon Stewart Marvels at Breathtaking' Trump Corruption' and Makes Stunning Prediction About CNN Takeover

Jon Stewart warns that Trump could pressure David Ellison to hand over media properties to Trump's family after Ellison acquires Warner Bros. Discovery, citing potential FCC approval leverage and Trump's personal animosity toward CNN.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Breaking News That Affects Everybody I'm Looking At in the Studio': Jake Tapper Tells Viewers CNN May Be on Verge of Takeover by David Ellison

Paramount Skydance is positioned to acquire Warner Bros. Discovery and CNN after Netflix withdrew its $111 billion bid, with regulatory approval still required.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Fox News Attacks CNN's Hit Piece' On Christian Nationalism With Misleading Edit

Fox News aired only a brief teaser and omitted the sentence linking Christian nationalism with the Trump administration.
US politics
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2 months ago

Fake News!' Trump Rejects Question From CNN After Disputed Report About His Reaction to Tariff Decision

President Trump refused to take a question from CNN's Kristen Holmes and called CNN "fake news" after the Supreme Court struck down his administration's tariffs.
#anderson-cooper
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3 months ago

Ilhan Omar Hits Back at Trump Attacks on CNN With Hard Shot at His Cognitive Skills

COLLINS: OK. And as obviously we've seen his past political posts, and what he himself has said. I mentioned the President's response, where he told ABC News after, just a few hours after this happened, She probably had herself sprayed, knowing her. Before you respond. I do want to remind everyone that when President Trump was nearly assassinated, you responded and said, We must condemn acts of violence and pray for the victims. May calmness and decency prevail. And you said, it was sad to hear the tragedy that had occurred. What went through your mind when you heard the President's response last night?
US politics
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4 months ago

WATCH: CNN's Anderson Cooper and Andy Cohen Lose It When Correspondent Kisses a Snake

Cooper let out a giant cackle when the snake was draped around Kaye and things only escalated from there. Will he give me a kiss? Let's see, Kaye said. She then kissed the snake and let out a hearty laugh of her own, before saying It's going to be a long night. Cooper could barely watch because he was chuckling so hard, instead opting to bend over and place his head on the railing nearby.
Television
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4 months ago

Andy Cohen Reveals He Black Lighted' His Bed Before Gifting It to CNN Pal Anderson Cooper

Andy Cohen replaced the New Year's Resolution with a New Year's Revelation on CNN by sharing he gifted his old bed to his buddy and co-host Anderson Cooper this year. Cohen said he was so considerate that he even black lighted it beforehand. You know, to make sure there was nothing uncleanly on it. Here's a fun trivia fact about Anderson Cooper Cohen started off by telling the audience, before Cooper jumped in.
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fromwww.npr.org
4 months ago

CNN has endured turmoil for years. With Warner Bros. sale, things will get bumpier

Netflix's deal for most of Warner Bros. Discovery leaves CNN spun off into a debt-laden cable group with uncertain future and Trump pressure.
Media industry
fromFortune
4 months ago

Warner Bros. merger fight draws fire across U.S. political divide | Fortune

Competing bids by Netflix and Paramount for Warner Bros. split political opinion, raising concerns about foreign funding, White House ties, and the fate of CNN.
fromAxios
4 months ago

Trump says CNN "should be sold" as part of WBD deal

State of play: WBD' s board has 10 days to respond to a hostile takeover bid from Paramount, launched Monday after WBD announced a deal to sell its studio and streaming businesses to Netflix for $83 billion. While the board has said it believes Netflix's offer was superior to Paramount's for financial reasons, it will need to weigh whether choosing to reject Paramount's tender offer could invite shareholder lawsuits.
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fromFortune
4 months ago

CNN turns from cheering independence to dreading limbo as Paramount rides into town for Warner-Netflix showdown | Fortune

Paramount Skydance's hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery thrusts CNN into prolonged management limbo, raising uncertainty about ownership, potential CNN-CBS combination, and staff anxiety.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 months ago

Anderson Cooper puts end to CBS vs. CNN job speculation as he inks new deal

Anderson Cooper signed a new contract to remain at CNN's primetime, while The Independent solicits donations to fund unrestricted, on-the-ground journalism.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

CNN Hot Mic Catches Someone Busting Out Laughing as Trump Gets Brand Newly-Made Prize

FIFA created and awarded an inaugural 2025 FIFA Peace Prize to President Donald Trump at the Kennedy Center, prompting laughter and on-air surprise on CNN.
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5 months ago

Gaetz Lashes Out at CNN With Boast About Penetrating Questions' at Trump Pentagon Briefings

BURNETT: General and of course, Congressman, when you served in Congressman Matt Gaetz also did. He was at the Pentagon today. He posted a photo of himself in the room. He wrote very informative briefing today. And just to remind everybody, he was not just in Congress. He was Trump's original pick for attorney general months ago. He's now host on the MAGA outlet, OANN.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago

CNN Inks Deal With Major Prediction Market Backed by Trump Jr.: Report

The Axios report continued: The collaboration marks the first major news partnership for Kalshi, as it looks to establish itself as the most authoritative source of information about the real-time probabilities of major cultural and political future events, CEO and co-founder Tarek Mansour tells Axios. As part of the deal, Kalshi prediction data will be featured on-air as a real-time data ticker. There will also be prediction market content related to politics, news, culture and weather,
US politics
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5 months ago

Mike Fanone Goes Off On CNN, Scott Jennings For Trump 'Lies'

Michael Fanone demands removal of Scott Jennings' media platform, accusing Jennings of frequently lying to defend Donald Trump and enabling extremist politics.
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fromTechdirt
5 months ago

CNN's Latest Innovation: Slathering Your Screen With T-Mobile Ads

CNN is prioritizing corporate-friendly, ad-driven infotainment over rigorous journalism, increasing on-screen advertising through a branded T-Mobile partnership.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago

They Will Win!' Dan Abrams Urges Media Orgs To Fight Trump on Meritless' Lawsuits After CNN's Court Victory

Trump has not adequately alleged the falsity of CNN's statements, the three-judge panel wrote. Therefore, he has failed to state a defamation claim. Two of the judges, Abrams noted on his SiriusXM program, The Dan Abrams Show, were appointed by Trump, while another was appointed by former President Barack Obama. The judges, he noted, described Trump's case as meritless and susceptible to multiple subjective interpretations.
US politics
US politics
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5 months ago

Dismissal of Trump's CNN Lawsuit Affirmed by Appeals Court: Using Big Lie' Not Defamatory

An appeals court affirmed dismissal of Trump's $475 million defamation suit against CNN, ruling "Big Lie" is opinion rather than a false statement of fact.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 months ago

'That's Blood Money!' GOP Congressman Throws DOWN With CNN Host Over Democrat's Ties to Epstein

Rep. Derrick Van Orden accused Del. Stacey Plaskett of texting Jeffrey Epstein during a hearing and taking campaign donations from him.
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5 months ago

Chris Cuomo Lectures on Journalistic Standards (Yes, Really)

No, Carville didn't see anything about CNN with whom Cuomo remains locked in a legal battle or about any of the various people Cuomo is regularly beefing with but your humble writers and editors here at Mediaite. Screenshot Nope! he shouted shriveling his face. That's Dan Abrams. He used to work here. Now he's there. It's their own thing. Not up to our standard. Not up to the NewsNation standard. That's for sure. For sure!
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fromVariety
5 months ago

CNN's News, Brought to You by T-Mobile in Aggressive Ad Deal

TV's news shows are often brought to you by a sponsor. Now, in the case of CNN, so too is its actual newsgathering. As part of a bold ad deal, T-Mobile 's logo will turn up often on screen when CNN reporters and correspondents deliver live reportage from outside the studio, a sign that the telecom giant's nascent "SuperMobile" service, tailored for business users who want quick, reliable connections and privacy safeguards, has helped establish the connection between journalists and audience.
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fromBusiness Insider
6 months ago

CNN CEO Mark Thompson talks about his $7 streaming service, his future owners, and bias in media.

CNN is launching a $7/month streaming service offering nearly all TV content to shift revenue from declining cable bundles to direct subscribers.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 months ago

MSNBC's Lawrence O'Donnell Slams Degraded' CNN for Paying Rabid' Scott Jennings to Lie' About Trump

Lawrence O'Donnell accused CNN of being compromised for paying conservative pundit Scott Jennings to lie about Donald Trump under CEO Mark Thompson's leadership.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 months ago

CNN's Abby Phillip Admits Her Network Is Probably Center-Left'

CNN likely leans center-left while airing Republican voices hourly and presenting a broader range of viewpoints than many cable competitors.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 months ago

What The F Are You Talking About?' Hunter Biden Slams Scott Jennings, Irrelevant' CNN

Hunter Biden called CNN irrelevant, denounced GOP analyst Scott Jennings as untruthful and irrelevant, and criticized network panel coverage during a lengthy Substack interview.
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fromwww.mediaite.com
6 months ago

It Gets Me Audience': Cable Legend John Malone Throws Ex-CNN Boss Jeff Zucker Under the Bus for Network's Left-Leaning Bias

John Malone urged a return to traditional journalism at CNN and criticized Jeff Zucker for blocking a push toward a centrist, independent news strategy.
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