https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/exclusive-david-ellison-asks-cnn-ceo-to-stay-after-paramount-warner-deal-closesContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/exclusive-david-ellison-asks-cnn-ceo-to-stay-after-paramount-warner-deal-closeshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/exclusive-david-ellison-asks-cnn-ceo-to-stay-after-paramount-warner-deal-closes#u103492Mon, 05 Oct 2026 18:15:37 +0000Paramount CEO David Ellison has asked CNN CEO Mark Thompson to stay in his role following the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. While Bloomberg reports Thompson will keep his job, Variety notes the two are in early stages of discussions. Thompson is reportedly seeking assurances regarding editorial autonomy. Additionally, Ellison does not plan to merge CNN and CBS News under a single leader, and CBS News editor in chief Bari Weiss is not expected to hold a role at CNN after the deal closes.Why it mattersThe move comes as Skydance and Paramount finalize a merger with Warner Bros. Discovery