One of the Legacy Media’s #Resistance Breakout Stars May Disappear in the Dead of Night
Jim Acosta, the Chief White House Correspondent for CNN, rose to fame for his antagonistic relationship with President Trump and his press secretaries. After the 2020 election, Acosta’s status at CNN was elevated to anchor, appearing on weekend shows and eventually moving to weekday programming. However, CNN’s current leadership seems to be toning down the dramatics.
Acc to a report by the Status newsletter, Acosta was recently pitched by CNN CEO Mark Thompson to move from his 10 a.m. ET slot to a 2-hour slot at midnight, which would “effectively exile Acosta to the Siberia of television news.” This move sparked outrage among CNN’s liberal fans, who claim it means the network is bending the knee to Trump.
Sources close to the matter confirm the move is being considered, with one insider stating, “Acosta is getting hosed as a result.” Acosta could handle any slot on the network, but the midnight timeslot would be a demotion.
If Acosta refuses to accept the midnight shift, he may have to leave the network, according to sources. Taking the midnight shift could also mean a move to the Los Angeles bureau, although this is not required, as Acosta’s family is rooted in Washington.
CNN’s leadership appears to be trying to tone down Acosta’s on-air personality, which has made him a household name. The network’s current boss, Mark Thompson, is rumored to be attempting to distance the network from its liberal leanings. Acosta’s future at CNN remains uncertain as the second Trump presidency gets underway.