US EditionParamount Global Picks Kenneth R. Weinstein As Ombudsman For CBS News
- Paramount named Kenneth R. Weinstein as ombudsman for CBS News on Monday following Skydance's August acquisition of Paramount.
- To obtain FCC approval for its $8 billion merger, Skydance committed to appointing an ombudsman at CBS News for a minimum duration of two years.
- Weinstein will review complaints from employees and viewers, addressing editorial concerns in consultation with Paramount and CBS leadership.
- Weinstein expressed his privilege in taking on the role of Ombudsman at CBS News, recognizing it as a highly esteemed organization in journalism.
- Weinstein’s appointment underscores Paramount’s and Skydance’s dedication to upholding transparency, integrity, and responsible reporting amid intensified public examination of the media.
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