Here's David Ellison talking about CNN and CBS News on CNBC this morning:
FABER: "You kept Mark Thompson. Why?"
ELLISON: "He's done a phenomenal job. And we also, given everything everyone's been through, we want stability. We believe in editorial independence across the news organizations. We think CNN is a remarkable brand. We think CBS News is a remarkable brand. When you put these two businesses together, it's a …"
FABER: "CBS News under Bari Weiss has changed its approach to a certain extent. Do you expect similar moves from CNN?"
DE: "Right now, I'd say you have to talk to Mark. Corporate stays out of editorial. So again, I would say that's a that's a conversation for Mark, it's a conversation for Bari. But we're going to support them."