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Trump's Critique of CNN Fuels Controversial Skydance Bid

12/17/2025

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U.S. President Donald Trump criticizes CNN and other major outlets as "fake news" and backs a Paramount Skydance takeover bid that would alter CNN's editorial direction.
The bid could jeopardize on-air talent such as Kaitlan Collins and Jake Tapper.
CNN is losing cable subscriptions and moving toward a subscription model under CEO Mark Thompson.
Analysts suggest selling CNN separately may be beneficial, but Trump's involvement complicates the situation.

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U.S. President Donald Trump criticizes CNN and other major outlets as "fake news" and backs a Paramount Skydance takeover bid that would alter CNN's editorial direction.
The bid could jeopardize on-air talent such as Kaitlan Collins and Jake Tapper.
CNN is losing cable subscriptions and moving toward a subscription model under CEO Mark Thompson.
Analysts suggest selling CNN separately may be beneficial, but Trump's involvement complicates the situation.