In a significant shakeup within the media industry, Bari Weiss has been appointed as the new editor-in-chief of CBS News following the Paramount acquisition of her commentary platform, The Free Press. Weiss, a former New York Times writer and a known critic of traditional media, is poised to steer CBS News towards a model that emphasizes equal scrutiny of both major American political parties. The $150 million deal marks a pivotal moment for the network, which seeks to redefine its journalistic principles amid concerns over bias. As Weiss takes the helm, CBS News staffers express uncertainty about the potential shifts in editorial direction.