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CNN Plans Staff Layoffs Amid Digital Overhaul and Merger

3/24/2026

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CNN plans to lay off a few dozen staff as Mark Thompson, CNN's chief executive, drives a digital overhaul.
Deeper cuts are anticipated if CNN's merger with Paramount is approved, with non-digital-growth roles targeted.
CNN has previously reduced its workforce by about 6% through layoffs, and industry experts expect further cuts from a merger due to overlapping roles.
The network's streaming service is performing well, with no subscription data disclosed.

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Story summary

CNN plans to lay off a few dozen staff as Mark Thompson, CNN's chief executive, drives a digital overhaul.
Deeper cuts are anticipated if CNN's merger with Paramount is approved, with non-digital-growth roles targeted.
CNN has previously reduced its workforce by about 6% through layoffs, and industry experts expect further cuts from a merger due to overlapping roles.
The network's streaming service is performing well, with no subscription data disclosed.