CNN is planning a wave of layoffs affecting hundreds of employees as the network struggles with declining ratings and financial pressures. CEO Mark Thompson, who took over leadership last year, is shifting CNN’s focus toward a digital-first model, leaving many traditional television roles in jeopardy.
The layoffs follow a dismal election night for CNN, which saw a 40% drop in viewership year over year. The network fell behind both Fox News and MSNBC, reflecting broader challenges for left-leaning outlets.
As ratings crater, CNN is set to 'axe top stars in layoffs that'll see hundreds fired’ per Daily Mail.
The imploding CNN's Brian Stelter & Abby Phillip explain to viewers that tanking public trust in media isn't the fault of the media.
It’s your fault for noticing their lies. pic.twitter.com/xhADRXLhN9
— Real Ben (@AtRealBen) November 13, 2024
First high-profile victim of CNN layoffs revealed
FakeNews Liar Chris Wallace lies about getting FIRED! https://t.co/oB3lQlO6P4 via @MailOnline— ShantyIrish (@FreeShantyIrish) November 16, 2024
Prominent figures like Anderson Cooper, Erin Burnett, and Kaitlan Collins may face pay cuts, while Chris Wallace has already announced his exit. Wallace’s move to podcasting mirrors a growing trend as media figures explore alternative platforms.
Critics of CNN attribute its struggles to years of partisan reporting that have eroded public trust. The network’s role in amplifying the Russia collusion narrative and dismissing economic concerns has left many viewers disillusioned.
I am so glad that CNN and MSNBC are having layoffs and people about to be fired normally I don't like it when people lose their jobs but when you lie to somebody you got to go and when you lie to the American people you got to go and ABC and Disney could use a change how about…
— Deonhayes (@lashon64) November 14, 2024
“CNN 'will axe top stars in layoffs that'll see hundreds fired”
Legacy media is dead. You can hear the sighs of despair. pic.twitter.com/olOJgwBdVJ
— Douglas Ritz (@douglasritz) November 12, 2024
As CNN navigates these challenges, the layoffs underscore the difficulties traditional media faces in adapting to an evolving landscape. For the network, the path forward will require significant changes to regain credibility and relevance.
Remember #CNN lies to you and intentionally feeds you misinformation in order to support their agenda. They want to create division and hate, because the lemmings can't take their eyes away. People are waking up, moving on and CNN is Failing. The layoffs are coming. Failure is…
— WaketheWoke (@draconic_R20) November 13, 2024
One more nail in the coffin of #CNN. Too long have they been masquerading as an objective news organization but the mask has slipped. The mass in mass media is now awake to the lies & progressive narrative propaganda this network engaged in. Lower ratings, layoffs and bankruptcy. pic.twitter.com/ZdEkLsM6nC
— Wes Holland (@SirWeasel) November 14, 2024
