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CNN Braces for Ellison's Control

With David Ellison poised to take control of Warner Bros. Discovery, a chill has settled over CNN as staffers fear for the future. "The panic at CNN right now is off the charts," an insider tells Status.

POLITICO’s Baton Pass

Feb 25, 2026

Weiss’ Recruiting Woes

Feb 24, 2026

The Colbert Aftershock

Feb 23, 2026

Picking Off The Post

Feb 22, 2026

Left to Their Own Devices

Feb 21, 2026

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Paramount’s Reputational Price

The David Ellison-led studio’s coziness with Donald Trump is making some in Hollywood do the unthinkable—namely, root for Netflix in the WBD chase.

Bari's Nod to Norah

With Anderson Cooper opting to walk away from an expanded role at “60 Minutes,” Bari Weiss is now eyeing a different anchor for a bigger presence on the storied broadcast.

'Today's' Unsettled Tomorrow

As NBC supports Savannah Guthrie through an unimaginable personal ordeal, industry veterans tell Status the network will eventually have to consider difficult questions about the future of “Today.”

Colbert’s CBS Confrontation

After CBS denied Stephen Colbert’s claim that he was barred from interviewing a Texas Democrat over FCC rules, Status has learned “The Late Show” comedian was set to deliver a “fiery” response to viewers.

Cooper’s Final Minutes

While Anderson Cooper cited the desire to spend more time with family as he announced his exit from “60 Minutes,” Status has learned that deeper issues at the Bari Weiss-led network played a role in his stunning departure.

NewsNation’s Audience of One

The Nexstar-owned cable outfit has visibly tilted right, staffing up on former Fox News personalities in what insiders believe to be an effort to smooth its expansion plans.

MAGA’s Hopped Up Outrage

MAGA Media and Republican lawmakers whipped themselves into a frenzy over Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show—only for the FCC to quietly determine the outrage was built on lyrics that were never performed.

Comcast’s Peacock Problem

Industry insiders are whispering about what Comcast's Brian Roberts might do next with Peacock—with buzz that it could make a run for Paramount if Ellison's Warner dream sputters.

The Coming CBS News Cuts

As CBS News staff quietly brace for another round of layoffs, Status has learned key new details about the cuts executives are planning behind the scenes.