Bari Weiss faces mixed staff feedback at CBS News

Bari Weiss is facing conflicting reports from insiders regarding her leadership as editor-in-chief of CBS News one year after her appointment by Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison.

Some staff members have alleged that Weiss is unapproachable and unwilling to listen to dissenting opinions or new ideas, claiming she ‘pretends to hear ideas, but she really doesn’t listen to anyone.’ These criticisms follow controversial programming changes, including an overhaul of ‘60 Minutes’ and the reassignment of Tony Dokoupil from ‘CBS Mornings’ to ‘CBS Evening News.’ These shifts have coincided with reported declines in viewership for several major programs.

Conversely, other insiders have defended her tenure, stating that there is constant input from the news organization and that Weiss frequently commends points raised during editorial meetings. Despite the internal debate, the network continues to navigate challenges regarding TV ratings and brand perception.