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Last week, Bari Weiss was appointed editor-in-chief of CBS News after Paramount Skydance acquired The Free Press, which she founded in 2020, in a $150 million deal.
Weiss has no experience in reporting or running a traditional news outlet, sparking skepticism about her appointment.
She sent an email to staffers to discuss a "shared vision" for CBS News, asking about their work hours and accomplishments.
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's summary: Bari Weiss' appointment as CBS News editor-in-chief sparks controversy.