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John Oliver Slams CBS News for Weiss Appointment

10/13/2025

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John Oliver of Last Week Tonight criticized billionaire David Ellison's appointment of Bari Weiss as CBS News editor-in-chief during his monologue.
Oliver highlighted Weiss's controversial past, including two flawed stories from The Free Press, which she founded.
He expressed concern that a "pure opinion outlet" could lead CBS News to publish irresponsible journalism.
Oliver noted Ellison's broader media influence and questioned billionaire ownership's effect on integrity.

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John Oliver of Last Week Tonight criticized billionaire David Ellison's appointment of Bari Weiss as CBS News editor-in-chief during his monologue.
Oliver highlighted Weiss's controversial past, including two flawed stories from The Free Press, which she founded.
He expressed concern that a "pure opinion outlet" could lead CBS News to publish irresponsible journalism.
Oliver noted Ellison's broader media influence and questioned billionaire ownership's effect on integrity.