Jezebel, a trusted online source for celebrity, sex, and politics news since 2007, reports on the recent appointment of Bari Weiss as editor-in-chief of CBS News.
Following the acquisition of The Free Press by Paramount Skydance in a $150 million deal, Weiss, with no prior reporting experience, took the helm of CBS News, sparking skepticism among many.
Weiss sent an email to staffers aiming to align them with her vision for CBS News, asking about their work hours and notable achievements.
she sought to “understand how you spend your working hours — and, ideally, what you’ve made (or are making) that you’re most proud of.
Author summary: Bari Weiss' leadership at CBS News sparks controversy.