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Hegseth Criticizes CNN, Hopes for Leadership Change Post-Warner Deal

4/6/2026

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US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth criticized Cable News Network (CNN)'s coverage of the US-Israel war on Iran during a press conference.
He expressed hope for a leadership change at CNN if David Ellison, of the Ellison family, acquires Warner Brothers in a $110 billion deal.
This acquisition would give Ellison control over major media outlets, including HBO and CNN.

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US Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth criticized Cable News Network (CNN)'s coverage of the US-Israel war on Iran during a press conference.
He expressed hope for a leadership change at CNN if David Ellison, of the Ellison family, acquires Warner Brothers in a $110 billion deal.
This acquisition would give Ellison control over major media outlets, including HBO and CNN.