Anxious observers are left to interpret signals from Paramount's management of CBS News for what it could mean at CNN. President Trump hasn't been shy in his criticism of CNNCNN originated the concept of 24-hour cable news when Ted Turner started it 45 years ago. Only two weeks ago, Cooper decided to leave “60 Minutes,” where he had a job share with CNN, and now he might find himself working with Weiss again. A plea to maintain independence“Since its founding by Ted Turner in 1980, CNN has provided news that viewers can trust," said Tom Johnson, former network president in the 1990s. “60 Minutes,” for example, has continued to do tough stories about administration policies.

Source: CNN February 27, 2026 22:47 UTC