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Susan Zirinsky Returns as CBS News Executive Editor

1/11/2025

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Susan Zirinsky is back at the helm as Executive Editor of CBS News, stepping in during the search for a permanent leader. Co-CEO George Cheeks underlined the need for balanced reporting on delicate issues, particularly the ongoing Middle East conflict. Zirinsky, a seasoned veteran, previously led CBS News and now manages non-fiction content at ViacomCBS.

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Susan Zirinsky is back at the helm as Executive Editor of CBS News, stepping in during the search for a permanent leader. Co-CEO George Cheeks underlined the need for balanced reporting on delicate issues, particularly the ongoing Middle East conflict. Zirinsky, a seasoned veteran, previously led CBS News and now manages non-fiction content at ViacomCBS.