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The Colbert Aftershock

A week after Stephen Colbert’s on-air claim of censorship, the fallout has moved from late-night television to Capitol Hill, where Status has learned Democrats are demanding answers from Paramount and the FCC.

Picking Off The Post

Feb 22, 2026

Left to Their Own Devices

Feb 21, 2026

Paramount’s Reputational Price

Feb 20, 2026

Bari's Nod to Norah

Feb 19, 2026

'Today's' Unsettled Tomorrow

Feb 18, 2026

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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.

The Guthrie Wake-Up Call

The disappearance of Nancy Guthrie has television networks on edge about security concerns for talent and those around them, seeing new risks of sharing personal details with audiences.

When Bezos Questioned His Will

Before The Washington Post slashed a third of its newsroom, Jeff Bezos rejected Will Lewis’ initial layoff plan in a previously unreported meeting, Status has learned. Meanwhile, a Bezos confidante has re-emerged behind the scenes.

The WSJ’s Features Fracas

Emma Tucker’s latest overhaul of the newspaper has handed significant power to an editor who, current and former staffers tell Status, fostered a fraught workplace environment as she sought to modernize the section.