MAGA-Curious CBS Boss Eyes Fired CNN Host for New Job
The Daily Beast • • world
Key Points:
- Bari Weiss, head of CBS News and aligned with MAGA interests, is reportedly attempting to recruit former CNN anchor Chris Cuomo to join the Trump-friendly network.
- Cuomo, fired from CNN in 2021 over controversy involving his brother Andrew Cuomo, currently hosts a show on NewsNation and signed a multi-year contract extension through 2024.
- Weiss admires Cuomo’s broadcasting skills and has engaged in discussions and social meetings with him, potentially considering him for a role on CBS Mornings.
- CBS Evening News anchor Tony Dokoupil continues to struggle with ratings below the key 4-million-viewer mark, prompting Weiss to seek new talent to boost viewership.
- Despite interest from CBS, Cuomo remains committed to NewsNation, where he has gained attention for outspoken commentary, including criticism of former CNN colleague Scott Jennings.
